EEG Technician I

Sutter Health•Antioch, CA

16d

About The Position

Performs non-invasive cortical neurophysiological testing with minimal supervision, in accordance with physician orders and historical information. Testing includes inpatient EEG procedures throughout the hospital, including the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and intensive care unit (ICU); WADA procedures; and outpatient routine and ambulatory testing. The technician may also provide break relief for staff at the monitor station and works with patients of all ages. The role involves working in a fast-paced acute-care environment with patients who may have special needs or altered levels of consciousness. The technician maintains EEG/electrophysiology equipment, follows hospital standard precautions, and communicates with coworkers and across shifts. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and the neurological system.
Knowledge of electro-neurologic testing and associated equipment.
Knowledge of acute-care EEG procedures for infant, pediatric, and adult patients.
Familiarity with The Joint Commission accreditation standards.
Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment and take appropriate action in volatile situations.
Ability to understand, read, and write English.
Ability to type at least 55 words per minute.
Ability to work around strong smells, including collodion, acetone, bleach, and hospital cleaner.
Ability to work with patients with special needs or altered levels of consciousness.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team and maintain ongoing communication between coworkers and shifts.
Patience to untangle electrode wires and keep EEG machine cords neat.
Ability to work professionally with multiple personality types.
Knowledge of 10/20 electrode placement and ability to attach leads accurately.
Ability to multitask accurately despite interruptions.

Nice To Haves

R. EEG T. credential; or an equivalent combination of an Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology and 1–2 years of clinical EEG experience.

Responsibilities

Perform inpatient EEG testing throughout the hospital, including in the NICU and ICU.
Perform WADA procedures and outpatient routine and ambulatory EEG testing.
Provide break relief for staff at the monitor station when asked.
Perform EEG procedures for patients of all age groups.
Place electrodes using the 10/20 system and attach leads accurately.
Maintain EEG/electrophysiology equipment in good working order.
Follow hospital standard precautions and communicate with coworkers and across shifts.
Handle hazardous drugs, if required, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.