EEG Technician II - SD

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Technologist Level II performs routine and special electrodiagnostic procedures ordered by a provider. Testing may take place in the diagnostic laboratory, at a patient’s bedside or exam room, or in the operating room. The technologist is experienced with the department’s equipment and procedures and provides training and assistance to others as needed. The role serves neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, addressing age-specific and culturally diverse needs. The technologist performs EEG and other neurodiagnostic procedures, maintains records and equipment, reviews patient records and orders, and supports safe, effective testing and patient care. The position also includes participation in the EEG call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and the orientation, mentorship, and education of personnel and students.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of EKG/EEG/ECG experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, required within 60 days of hire or transfer.
Registered EEG Technician certification from the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET).
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Responsibilities

Perform, within the scope of certification or license, ordered electrodiagnostic service protocols, procedures, and assessments.
Perform EEG testing in the diagnostic laboratory and in patient areas, including the ED, ICU, pediatrics, and NICU, in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Perform neurodiagnostic procedures for diagnostic purposes and maintain records of reports.
Participate in the EEG call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Perform daily calibration and periodic maintenance of diagnostic testing equipment, document results, and report equipment problems to department leadership.
Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies for the diagnostic laboratory.
Review patient records, provider orders, protocols, and data to assess patients and validate orders; seek guidance from the Director/Supervisor and Medical Director on unresolved issues.
Complete billing charges accurately, maintain accurate department logbook entries, and process department and hospital paperwork.
Help other staff maintain skills in diagnostic testing.
Participate in orientation, mentorship, and education of personnel and students, and provide formal and informal learning opportunities.
Assess and address patients’ age-specific needs and understanding when providing or supporting treatment, testing, or patient care.
Participate in evaluating customer satisfaction and adherence to Guest Relation Standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.