Polysomnography Technician

Dr.Kamakshi Memorial Hospital; Chennai; On-site; INR 335,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr.Kamakshi Memorial Hospital in Chennai seeks an EEG technician to support routine EEG procedures, patient prep, electrode application and data documentation under supervision. Fresh graduates with relevant training may apply, and there is an opportunity to learn sleep EEG and video EEG procedures.

You'll work with neurologists and nursing staff, maintain equipment, ensure signal quality, follow infection control protocols, and deliver compassionate patient care while keeping accurate records.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Neurophysiology/Neurotechnology or allied health discipline.
• Diploma/certification in EEG/Neurophysiology preferred.
• Freshers with relevant training may apply; prior EEG exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine EEG recordings as prescribed by the consultant.
• Prepare patients for EEG procedures and explain the investigation process.
• Apply EEG electrodes accurately according to standard protocols.
• Operate EEG equipment and ensure proper signal quality during recordings.
• Monitor recordings and identify technical artefacts or signal disturbances.
• Assist with sleep-deprived EEG, paediatric EEG and video EEG procedures, as per training and departmental requirements.
• Ensure proper patient identification and verification before each procedure.
• Maintain accurate patient records, investigation details and EEG data.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained and functioning properly.
• Follow infection control, patient safety and hospital quality protocols.
• Coordinate with neurologists, nurses and other clinical staff for smooth patient care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of EEG recordings for consultant interpretation.
• Support departmental audits and maintain investigation-related documentation.

Skills

EEG electrode placement

Signal quality assessment

Clinical observation

Documentation skills

Communication with patients

Shift work

Education

B.Sc. in Neurophysiology/Neurotechnology/Allied Health

Diploma or EEG/Neurophysiology Certification (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform routine EEG recordings as prescribed by the consultant.
• Prepare patients for EEG procedures and explain the investigation process.
• Apply EEG electrodes accurately according to standard protocols.
• Operate EEG equipment and ensure proper signal quality during recordings.
• Monitor recordings and identify technical artefacts or signal disturbances.
• Assist with sleep-deprived EEG, paediatric EEG and video EEG procedures, as per training and departmental requirements.
• Ensure proper patient identification and verification before each procedure.
• Maintain accurate patient records, investigation details and EEG data.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned, maintained and functioning properly.
• Follow infection control, patient safety and hospital quality protocols.
• Coordinate with neurologists, nurses and other clinical staff for smooth patient care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately.
• Ensure timely completion and submission of EEG recordings for consultant interpretation.
• Support departmental audits and maintain investigation-related documentation.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Neurophysiology, Neurotechnology, or a relevant Allied Health Science discipline. Diploma or certification in EEG / Neurophysiology Technology is preferred.
• Experience: Freshers with relevant qualifications and clinical training may apply. Experience in EEG recording or a neurology department is preferred.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of EEG procedures and neurological investigations.
• Ability to apply electrodes and operate EEG equipment.
• Good observation, technical troubleshooting and documentation skills.
• Good communication and patient-handling skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with patients of different age groups.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts or on-call duties, if required.

Specialisation

• B.Sc. in Neurophysiology
• Neurotechnology
• or a relevant Allied Health Science discipline. Diploma or certification in EEG / Neurophysiology Technology is preferred.

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