Neurodiagnostic Tech I

About the role

Performs standard and complex electroneurodiagnostic tests in the Clinical Neurophysiology Lab. Work may be performed in a lab, clinic, patient bedside, or in the operating room.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic patient testing including electroencephalogram (EEG), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction velocities (NCV), sensory evoked potentials (EP), and polysomnographic testing with possible oxygen therapy and continuous positive air pressure treatments (CPAP).
• Performs room and equipment set-up and placement in hospital rooms, operating rooms, or clinics.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment.
• Reads and scores neurodiagnostic and/or polysomnographic tests.
• Takes patient histories.
• Provides instruction to patients and families regarding test preparation, pre-test interviews, and follow-up appointments.

Education Requirements

Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Registry eligible for one of the following specialty areas:

• EEG (Electroencecephalogram - R. EEG T., CLTM)
• EP (Evoked Potentials - R. EP T.)
• Intra-Operative Monitoring (CNIM)
• Nerve Conduction Velocity studies (NCV)

Professional Experience Requirements

• If completion of an acceptable program in neurophysiology: No prior experience required.
• If a High School diploma or GED: Two (2) years of relevant experience.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements

Pay

Salary Range: $26.85 - $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range). Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Schedule

8 hour shifts as needed. Work Schedule: Variable.