EMG Technician

When you join the growing BILH team youre not just taking a job youre making a difference in peoples lives.

Job Description:

1. Performs nerve conduction studies on patients referred to the EMG Laboratory. . Records pertinent history of the patients primary symptoms. Outlines the nature of the procedures and tests with the patient. Answers questions patients may have as to hazards or discomforts presented by the test or procedures.
2. Determines the electrodiagnostic studies to perform based on laboratory protocol and interview with patient. . Consults with the Senior EMG Technologist or Medical Director about the appropriateness of the diagnostic study interpretation of the studies or technical problems. Ensures that inpatients are ready to be transported back to the unit promptly and safely when tests are completed.
3. Prepares a summary report of the electrophysiological data and compiles representative original recordings. Uploads EMG/nerve conduction data and reports into the online medical record system.
4. Prioritizes patients through the EMG laboratory to ensure that urgent studies are conducted promptly. Ensures all other requests for electrodiagnostic tests are completed in a timely fashion.
5. Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in the laboratory and completes the proper care and sterilization of reusable electrodes. Orders electrodes and other EMG laboratory supplies. Ensures the proper maintenance and function of the equipment used in the laboratory. Conducts quality control testing of equipment as necessary.

1. High School diploma or GED required. Vocational or Technical training in Electromyography Technician Training Program preferred.
2. 1-3 years related work experience required.
3. 1 years experience in patient care services
4. Experience with computer systems required including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint or Access.

1. Training in patient care skills such as medical assisting.

1. Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
2. Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
3. Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
4. Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
5. Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff patients families and external customers.
6. Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts practices procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
7. Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas identifying issues and respecting team members.
8. Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients visitors staff and external customers in a professional service-oriented respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

As a health care organization we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.

More than 35000 people working together. Nurses doctors technicians therapists researchers teachers and more making a difference in patients lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled