Neurodiagnostic Tech, WEO

About the role

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is an entry to mid-level position in the neurodiagnostic unit or department. This role involves performing EEG/NCVs/Ambulatory procedures according to facility/department policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform test setup, collect 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.
• May be asked to do other related duties such as electrode maintenance, monitoring par stock levels, and restocking.
• Performing inpatient/outpatient EEG procedures per ACNS guidelines.
• Measure and mark head for electrode placement, apply electrodes, record EEG study per department guidelines, end study and complete patient documentation.
• Apply electrodes in ICU and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit in preparation for extended long term monitoring EEG studies.
• Maintain optimal recordings. Electrode maintenance, equipment management etc.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Entry level PC or Microsoft Windows knowledge.
• Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic's Program or an Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is desired.
• 6 months experience working in a patient care environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have basic life support certification.
• Must have 6 months of experience in a patient care environment.
• Desired qualifications include completion of a CAAHEP accredited Neurodiagnostic's Program or an Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

Skills

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a patient care environment.
• Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Neurodiagnostic's Program or an Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

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Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.