Neurodiagnostic Technologist I
Neurodiagnostic Technologist I
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Shift: 7p-7:30a
The EEG Technologist I is an entry to mid-level position in the neurophysiology EEG Technologist I will perform EEG procedures according to Emory Healthcare policy and procedures.
- The EEG Technologist I is competent in performing the following studies: routine IP/OP EEG ambulatory EEG continuous long-term video hookups/baseline recordings.
- The EEG Technologist I will maintain patient safety during clinically significant events and other related duties.
- Communication through technical impressions of EEGs performed and appropriate escalation of communication of clinically relevant events in real time is essential.
- During EEG procedures for which competence has not been achieved the EEG technologist I trains under direct technical supervision.
- The EEG Technologist I works under indirect technical supervision. Performs routine IP/OP EEG and LTME in the EMU and ICU settings according to facility/department policy and procedures and following ACNS test set up collects patient history measure/mark/apply electrodes as per 10-20 guidelines acquire EEG data provide tech impression of EEG recording and maintain patient safety during clinically relevant events.
- Observes patient with video recording equipment; ensuring camera is focused lighting levels and microphone are appropriately set to record the best possible relevant clinically significant events and identifies electrically significant EEG patterns and follows facility policies and procedures regarding communicating critical test results.
- Monitors quality of EEG being acquired troubleshoots acquisition equipment to identify and eliminate or monitor artifacts as they occur to ensure quality recording.
- Communicates at shift-hand-off pertinent information regarding pending orders and currently recording patients and any other information that ensures a smooth transition of care between EEG equipment is clean stocked and ready for deployment at all times when not in all administrative tasks associated with performing neurodiagnostic procedures. Monitors par stock levels of supplies restocking when in on-call in research projects conferences department in-services/lectures earning at least 10 ACE CEUs per related duties as assigned that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
- High school graduate or equivalent; entry level PC or Microsoft Windows knowledge preferred.
- 6 months experience in neurodiagnostics.
- One year performing EEGs or graduated from CAAHEP accredited neurodiagnostic program preferred.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
