EEG Tech I - Neurodiagnostics

Overview

Job Description

Summary: Performs electroneurodiagnostic procedures on patients with suspected neurologic injury or disease under supervision and according to facility policies and procedures.

Job Description

Essential Functions: Prepares patients for testing, communicating procedure information and answering questions, and ensures accurate electrode application. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results. Performs a limited variety of investigational procedures on patients with possible neurologic injury and disease according to established policies and procedures. Monitors patients and maintains safety during procedures. Communicates to other patient care support staff. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination. Completes technical EEG reports and maintains accurate medical records and documentation. Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate levels and proper functioning. Prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures and performs various administrative functions. Education Requirement: Associate's Degree, or equivalent experience, required. Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program, preferred.

Certifications

Registered or eligible for registration by the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists, preferred. BLS certification, required.

Skills

Effective computer operations and technology skills.

Experience

• One year of experience in a patient care environment, or equivalent education, required. Electroencephalography experience, preferred.
• Physical
• Requirements:
• OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist,
• Blood and/or
• Bodily
• Fluids,
• Decision
• Making,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 0-10 lbs,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 11-20 lbs,
• Lifting /
• Carrying: 21-40 lbs,
• Loud
• Noises,
• Patient
• Equipment,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 0-25 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 26-40 lbs,
• Pushing /
• Pulling: 41-60 lbs,
• Sitting,
• Squat/kneel
• Frequently:
• Computer skills,
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Interpreting Data, Machinery, Problem solving,
• Repetitive hand/arm use,
• Standing,
• Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Seeing – Far/near "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.