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Location: Pediatric Imaging Center
Hours/Days: Weds, Thurs, Friday 8a-430p and a 12 hr shift rotating Monday-TuesdayJob Summary:The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is responsible for performing Electroencephalograms (EEGs) studies in the Laboratory and at the bedside of patients. Also, performs video/EEG monitoring, and ambulatory monitoring, etc. Is qualified to provide a descriptive analysis of the waveforms and patterns relevant to their credential, however, is not responsible for interpretation or clinical correlation of the data
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:Testing
* Sets up and performs test procedures with little to no supervision. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit. Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied. Can use photic stimulation and hyperventilation appropriately. Understands why and how to repair or fill bad electrodes. Removes electrodes and cleans up the patient after the EEG done to practice protocols and safety standards.
* Familiar with the protocols for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files.
* Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and intervenes if appropriate.
* Maintains the patients safety through communication to other patient care support staff during the EEG if needed
* Contacts higher level staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit.
* Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures.
* Performs any other related duties that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level.
General requirements
* Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
* Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
* Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
* Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
* Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
* Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
* Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
* Observes infection prevention precautions
Customer Service
* Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
* Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
* Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
* Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
* Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
Communication
* Calls the Bio-med department with any equipment problems and maintenance issues.
* Communicates with the physicians regarding the EEG study results.
* Attends and actively participates in monthly department staff meetings.
Professional Development
* Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
* Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
* Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
* Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
* Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
- High School Diploma General or Accredited Program Neuroscience
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
REEG.T within 2 years Required
Required Minimum Experience:
Less than 1 year Pathway I
Graduate of CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program
Documentation of 50 EEGs post graduation
Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
Registry Eligible High
Strong well-developed communications skills. Medium
Well developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge (keyboard skills), customer service, ability to function without much supervision. Medium
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or Accredited Neuroscience Program
- Graduate of CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program
- Documentation of 50 EEGs post-graduation
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- REEG.T certification within 2 years
- Registry Eligible
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with PC and Microsoft Windows
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 403(b) plan with an employer match and potential additional employer-funded contributions based on hours worked. Vesting rules are described clearly enough to set expectations for longer-tenured employees.
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