Performs electroneurodiagnostic procedures on patients with suspected neurologic injury or disease under supervision and according to facility policies and procedures.
Essential Functions:- Prepares patients for testing communicating procedure information and answering questions and ensures accurate electrode application. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results.
- Performs a limited variety of investigational procedures on patients with possible neurologic injury and disease according to established policies and procedures.
- Monitors patients and maintains safety during procedures. Communicates to other patient care support staff.
- Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination.
- Completes technical EEG reports and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
- Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment ensuring adequate levels and proper functioning. Prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures and performs various administrative functions.
Education Requirement:- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program preferred.
- Associates Degree preferred.
Licensure Requirement:(not specified)
Certifications:- Registered or eligible for registration by the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists required.
- BLS certification required.
Skills:Effective computer operations and technology skills.
Experience:- One year of experience in a patient care environment required.
- Electroencephalography experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Decision Making Lifting / Carrying: 010 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 1120 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 2140 lbs Loud Noises Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 025 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 2640 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 4160 lbs Sitting Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Computer skills Hand use: grasping gripping turning Interpreting Data Machinery Problem solving Repetitive hand/arm use Standing Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Color vision Depth perception Hearing acuity Peripheral vision Seeing Far/near
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:(not specified)
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet