Neurodiagnostic Technologist
Atrium Health · Cornelius, NC · Today
On-siteHealthcare$25.3–$39.85/hrFull-time
Full-time position, benefits eligible, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, split between Lake Norman, University, and Cabarrus locations. When volumes are low, the technologist will assist surrounding facilities as needed. Call and holiday requirements apply.
Pay
Pay range: $25.30 - $39.85 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and complex electroencephalogram (EEG) procedures, nerve conduction studies (NCV), evoked potential (EP), and other specialized neurodiagnostic tests.
- Demonstrates knowledge of equipment operator’s manual and calibration procedures; identifies and corrects basic equipment issues.
- Performs neurodiagnostic procedures using appropriate test strategies, electrode montage parameters, and calibration.
- Obtains relevant patient information from medical records and transfers it to the technologist’s report.
- Adapts methods and instrumentation based on medical history, clinical observations, and diagnostic findings.
- Adheres to ABRET standards for test recordings and maintains complete, accurate record-keeping, including history forms and archived data.
- Assists with specialized procedures such as long-term monitoring, intraoperative neuromonitoring, and evoked potentials.
- Verbalizes and implements appropriate actions during seizures or other medical emergencies.
- Demonstrates proper infection control practices and ensures hazardous materials are handled safely.
- Provides preceptor supervision to new technologists and student interns.
- Participates in ordering and maintaining department supplies.
Physical Requirements
- Work occurs in patient-care areas, including exam rooms, patient rooms, ICUs, and operating rooms.
- Requires standing, sitting, walking, lifting, bending, and moving heavy equipment.
- Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds to shoulder height.
- Must speak English clearly and have intact senses of sight and hearing.
- May require after-hours call rotation across multiple facilities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; graduate of an accredited Neurodiagnostic program with 3 years of experience preferred.
- BLS certification required.
- EEG registry or eligibility for EEG registry preferred.
- Board eligibility for ABRET certification in EEG required within 2 years of hire; completion of departmental requirements for EEG board registry within 3 years.
- Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience with sensitive issues and conflict resolution.
- Ability to meet deadlines and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCPs) and guidelines.
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation with annual performance-based increases.
- Premium pay for shifts, on-call, and other eligible roles.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Paid time off programs.
- Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Family benefits, including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may depend on employment status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary).