EEG Technologist I

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC014200 Neurophysiology L
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Summary:

Monday- Sunday (Variable) - 7a-7p

The Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist I is an entry to mid-level position in the neurodiagnostic unit or department. The EEG Tech I will perform EEGs procedures according to facility policy and procedures. The EEG Tech I will maintain patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. Communication skills are essential for this position. During EEG procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the EEG Tech I trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the EEG Tech I works under indirect technical supervision.

Additional Information:

Monday- Sunday (Variable) - 7a-7p

#ACH2024

Required Education:

EEG Pathway Options

Recommended Education:

EEG Pathway Options

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

1 of the following EEG Pathways -

Recommended Certifications:

EEG Pathway I - CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program- EEG Pathway I - CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program: Graduate of Program and Current CPR/BLS certification and Documentation of 50 EEGs, EEG Pathway III - Associates Degree/RPSGT- EEG Pathway III - Associates Degree/RPSGT: Associates Degree (Higher Degree Acceptable) or RPSGT certificate and 1-year clinical EEG experience and Measure Assessment Document and Documentation of 150 EEGs (post 1 year experience) and 60 EEG ASET Credits and Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway II - Non-CAAHEP Formal NDT Program- EEG Pathway II - Non-CAAHEP Formal NDT Program: Certification of Completion form ABRET recognized Program (current listing on ABRET.org) and Documentation of 100 EEGs and Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway IV - Practice Track- EEG Pathway IV - Practice Track: 5 years EEG Experience and Measurement Assessment Document and Documentation of 150 EEGs and Current CPR/BLS certification

Description

1. Ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 System

2. Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results

3. Maintains the patient's safety through communication to other patient care support staff during EEG if needed

4. Continues to learn and apply basic and intermediate EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices, contraindications for activation procedures, instrumentation and preparation for use

5. Performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function

6. Knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored

7. Communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and healthcare staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answers questions regarding the procedure

8. Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections

9. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations

10. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit

11. Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied

12. Familiar with the facility policy and procedures for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files

13. Contacts supervisory staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit, stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures

14. Other duties as assigned