Neurodiagnostic Tech
Job Location:
Poughkeepsie, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Summary:
Performs or assists in performing various diagnostic studies including electroencephalograph (EEG) epilepsy monitoring long-term/ambulatory monitoring and scanning evoked potentials and transcranial doppler (TCD) for vasospasm studies. Provides direct services to a specific group of neonate pediatric adolescent adult geriatric and critical care patients according to the policies and procedures of the department and hospital. Performs procedures to ensure maintenance and operation of diagnostic equipment within manufacturers specifications and accreditation requirements. Population served based on scope of services in the department.
Responsibilities:
1.Performs various EEG diagnostic and transcranial doppler diagnostic procedures according to department policy and procedure.
2.Provides efficient operations monitor flow of test results to the patient electronic medical record (EMR) an integrate patients inpatient and outpatient into the testing schedule to ensure timely studies.
3.Assures quality testing audits training in-servicing and competency assessment.
4.Provides timely and accurate video EEG markings for provider review and clipping.
5.Provides documentation and record keeping including reports required by regulating bodies and department leadership.
6.Assists in the preparing of various reports required by regulatory agencies and department leadership and logs data on performed procedures.
7.Assists in assuring that supplies are adequately maintained for all special procedures.
8.Maintains and Models REACH Values (Respect Excellence Accountability Compassion Honor).
9.Demonstrates regular reliable and predictable attendance.
10.Performs other duties as required.
Education Skills Experience:
License Registration or Certification Requirements:
ï½Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist preferred.
ï½Basic Life Support (BLS).
Environmental Factors:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Potential environmental exposures include but are not limited to:
ï½ Bio-hazardous Waste
ï½ Blood Borne Pathogens. Job may require performance or tasks that involve potential for exposure to blood body fluids or tissues.
ï½ Chemicals/Commercial Products
ï½ Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required
ï½ Exposure to Latex
ï½ Fumes or Airborne Particles
ï½ Interacting with a Diverse population
ï½ May be requested to work overtime or weekends for coverage
ï½ Noise Level ï½ Varies from Moderate to Very Loud
ï½ Patient Care/Handling Duties
ï½ Radiation
ï½ Repetitive Motion
ï½ Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
ï½ Risk of Electrical Shock
ï½ Shift Work
ï½Vibration
Other Information:
ï½ Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the age of the patient served by the Cardio-Respiratory and neurodiagnostic department.
Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Org Unit: 1186
Department: EEG
Exempt: No
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