Neurodiagnostic Tech II

Position Summary

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is an upper-level position in the Neurodiagnostic department. Performs routine and complex EEGs procedures independently according to facility policy and procedures; provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedures; maintains patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. Communication skills and team work are essential for this position. Works under the clinical and technical supervision of the department leadership.

Position Duties

• Performs procedures appropriate to the competence and credentials of a Neurodiagnostic Technologist, including advanced procedures.
• Maintains continuing education and competencies in EEG and other credentialed modalities; acquires new competencies relative to industry standards in Neurodiagnostics for EEG and other credentialed modalities.
• Participates in education and orientation of junior technologists and EEG students.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent. Required
• Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) Commission accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or
• An Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university in healthcare/science, or
• Training in EEG at an Accredited Health Care Facility or clinic. Required

Experience

• Three years EEG experience in a patient care environment. Required
• Pediatric experience. Preferred

Special Skills

• Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge. Required
• Effective communication skills, hard worker, and a team player. Required

Additional Requirements

• Credentials in EEG, R.EEG T. from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET). Required
• Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. Required
• Evoked Potentials (R. EP. T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET), Nerve Conduction (R. NCV. T.) from the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET), Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET), Long-Term Monitoring (CLTM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET). Preferred

Certification / License / Registry Requirements

• Cert Exam Neuro Inter Monitor or Registration of EEG Tech or Registered EP Technologist – Required
• Basic Life Support – Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

Physical Requirement – Frequency

• Climbing – Occasionally
• Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently
• Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc.) – Constantly
• Hearing – Constantly
• Pushing/pulling – Frequently
• Reaching – Frequently
• Sitting – Frequently
• Standing – Frequently
• Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Frequently
• Talking – Constantly
• Tasting/smelling – Occasionally
• Walking – Frequently
• Near Vision – Constantly
• Far Vision – Occasionally
• Color Discrimination – Constantly
• Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly
• Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally
• Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally

Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Applicable

• Inside office environment
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Extreme temperatures
• Confined areas
• High places
• Extreme noise levels
• Airborne communicable diseases
• Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Hazardous materials exposure
• Radiation exposure
• Toxic or caustic chemicals