Neurodiagnostics Technician / SEIU - E

About the role

This position performs electroneurodiagnostic testing specific to the neurodiagnostic department and maintains working relationships with internal and external customers to ensure accurate and timely procedures and reports.

Responsibilities

• Performs all electroencephalograms, routine and portable electrocerebral silence, 24-hour ambulatory EEGs, and EMG/NCV testing in accordance with clinical practice guidelines established by the American Society of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists (ASET) and departmental policy/procedures (65%).
• Schedules neurodiagnostic procedures and provides accurate instructions (10%).
• Performs all billing documentation and maintains departmental records according to departmental policy/procedures (10%).
• Maintains electrophysiological equipment, supplies, and performs quality control and analysis of all neurodiagnostic testing devices (10%).
• Participates in activities to improve the quality of patient care and services provided by the department (5%).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare-related field; or graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) Neurodiagnostic Tech program or certificate of completion from an American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) recognized neurodiagnostic program; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred certifications: Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R. EEG. T), Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T), Certified Autonomic Professional (CAP) through ABRET, EMT, Medical Assistant Certification, or PA Licensed Practical Nurse.

Additional Requirements

• CPR certification – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Compliance

This role adheres to ethical and legal standards, including compliance with HIPAA and data security guidelines. Employees must protect covered information, cardholder data, and other confidential customer information. All employees must comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct, applicable federal and state laws, and company policies.