PRN EEG Tech

Responsibilities

Performs and maintains competency in electroencephalograms and portable inpatient EEGs by applying electrodes, checking electrode performance, calibrating and adjusting test apparatus, and selecting predetermined and special electrode combinations; Prepares patient for exam and performs exams and procedures, gathering patient history, records, and information from family members, and explaining procedures to patient and family; Performs procedures according to laboratory standards and implements alternative methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recordings; Recognizes patient or environmental artifact and documents, eliminates, or takes proper measures to monitor it; Devises and standardizes neurodiagnostic tests for clinic use; May perform Intraoperative Monitoring with supervision; May perform ambulatory EEG monitoring, EEG monitoring during intracarotid Sodium Amytal procedures (WADAS), Epilepsy Monitoring Units (EMUs), Evoke Potentials, and other testing modalities based on site needs; May assist physicians in outpatient clinics with Nerve Conduction Studies and EMGs based on site needs; Performs Cerebral Death Evaluation studies; May perform TCD (transcranial ultrasound of the Circle of Willis) based on site needs; Troubleshoots equipment problems and repairs or reports them to supervisor immediately; Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care and assess and interpret patient data to meet age-specific needs

Requirements

Electroencephalographic Technologist registration (R EEG T) issued by ABRET, to be obtained within 1 year; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by AHA, to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader determines it is not required; High School Graduate; Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Neurodiagnostic Tech role; Excellent interpersonal and patient service skills; Intermediate computer skills; Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job; Must sit, stand, walk, twist, and lift throughout the workday; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to blood and body fluids and to wear protective clothing as necessary

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Base compensation within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and/or training; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance