EEG Technologist

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE: Responsible for performing electroencephalograph (EEG) and other neurodiagnostic examinations according to physicians orders under the supervision of the department manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews physicians orders/ referring documents report from previous appointments.
• Prepares patients for procedures; explains procedure, measures for accurate electrode sites, applies electrodes and adjusts as appropriate.
• Performs all test procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Monitors and records patients reaction to specific activities such as breathing directions or the introduction of various stimuli, in a thorough and accurate manner.
• Summarizes patients neurologic status and clinical history from the chart, patient, or other persons. Explains recording procedure to patient and family members.
• Cleans and maintains equipment in good operating condition. Performs minor maintenance and repair of lab equipment, as needed, and promptly reports the need for major repair to the appropriate party.
• Other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Associates Degree or 2 years of work experience
• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (preferred)
• BLS certification
• Basic understanding of neuroanatomy and physiology, neurodiagnostic instrumentation, pattern recognition and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence the neurodiagnostic recording.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include superior interpersonal and patient contact skills, excellent telephone manner, and strong computer skills.
• Work under minimal

SCHEDULE:

• Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (No call or weekends!!)

COMPENSATION:

• $26hr-$30hr
• Benefit package