Neurodiagnostic Tech

Overview Shift

• 7a-5:30p Description The EEG Technologist II is an entry to mid-level position in the neurophysiology department. The EEG Technologist II will perform EEG procedures according to Emory Healthcare policy and procedures. The
• EEG
• Technologist
• II is competent in performing the following studies: rEEG, cEEG, aEEG, NCV, PET, WADA, and TILT. The EEG Technologist II 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. Must participate in on-call rotation at designated locations. Maintains optimal recording integrity, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. During EEG procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the EEG Technologist II trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the EEG Technologist II works under indirect technical supervision. Performs rEEG, cEEG, aEEG, NCV, PET, WADA, TILT according to ACNS guidelines. Perform 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 recording. Live monitors with the use of qEEG the recording integrity performing repairs as needed and alerting appropriate staff to relevant events. Documents relevant clinically significant events and identifies electrically significant EEG patterns, and follows facility policies and procedures regarding communicating critical test results. Edits and prunes master EEG files. 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 technologists. Ensures EEG equipment is clean, stocked and ready for deployment at all times when not in use. Completes all administrative tasks associated with performing neurodiagnostic procedures. Monitors par stock levels of supplies, restocking when needed. Participates in on-call rotation. Participates in research projects, conferences, department in-services/lectures earning at least 10 ACE CEUs per year. Other related duties as assigned that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level.