Neurodiagnostic Tech I - Neuro Diagnostics

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic patient testing 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.

Requirements

• Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.
• Registry eligible for one of the following specialty areas: EEG (Electroencephalogram- R. EEG T., CLTM), EP (Evoked Potentials-R. EP T.), Intra-Operative Monitoring (CNIM), Nerve Conduction Velocity studies (NCVPolysomnography (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST).
• 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.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements

Other Information

Education Requirements: Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: Registry eligible for one of the following specialty areas: EEG (Electroencephalogram- R. EEG T., CLTM), EP (Evoked Potentials-R. EP T.), Intra-Operative Monitoring (CNIM), Nerve Conduction Velocity studies (NCVPolysomnography (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST).

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.