EEG Technologist I, Hrmc, Full Time

You may be eligible for sign on bonus of $5000.00 and relocation assistance!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Being engaged and contributing to a positive and productive work environment, performing, and processing quality EEG tracings, following all Health First, hospital and departmental protocols in a professional manner.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.Performs EEG studies appropriate to age and condition of patient according to lab protocols and standards.

2.Acquires information and evaluates the patient prior to the procedure by reviewing patient's medical record.

3.Alerts Neurohospitalist and ICU team to the occurrence of non-convulsive and/or convulsive seizure activity.

4.Effectively communicates with all patients, physicians, and staff, including any delays to care team (nursing staff, Neurologist, and supervisor).

5.Follows American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS) guidelines.

6.Comprehends anatomical correlation of EEG waveforms.

7.Distinguishes normal adult EEG waveforms, variants and artifactual activity in the EEG record.

8.Ensures all long-term monitoring EEGs are set-up to maintain skin integrity at electrode sites.

9.Maintains flexibility to adapt to changes in workflow processes and fluctuations in patient volumes and staffing needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Neurodiagnostic Technology education from a program by the committee on Accreditation for Education in Neurodiagnostic Technology (CoA-NDT) accredited by the commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. (CAAHEP). OR an Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, AND credential in an area of Neurodiagnostic specialty form the appropriate credentialing board. If the individual is not credentialed at the time of hire, a deadline for obtaining the credential will be established.

• Licensure: N/A

• Certification: Must hold current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

• Work Experience: Experience in other modalities of Neurodiagnostic testing including Nerve Conduction studies, Evoked potentials and/or Transcranial Doppler studies is a plus.

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

o Knowledge in routine and critical care EEG.

o Ability to test in all patient populations; neonatal, pediatric and adults.

o Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

o Flexibility to meet variable shift and census needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to push 250lb. machine

• Able to walk, bend, stoop, reach and lift throughout their shift.

• Able to move, lift or position patients as required.

• Able to push wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.

• Able to stand for extended periods.

• Dependable and flexible in ration to covering required shifts.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work quickly and proficiently under stressful conditions.

• Able to respond to life threatening situations.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Demonstrate critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.