EEG Technician Trainee - FT - Augusta, GA

Wellstar Health System

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Technician trainee receives training and instruction in performing electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations on outpatients or at the patient's bedside, in the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Units. Will also set up and assist in monitoring patients in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Performs EEG exams on patients of all ages under the supervision of the EEG Technologist and the Medical Director of Neurodiagnostics. Will be eligible for promotion to EEG Technician after 1 year with demonstrated competence in core duties and completion of all required didactic training.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED General
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Minimum 1 year of experience in direct patient care with knowledge of basic physical and biological sciences.

Responsibilities

Following established policies and procedures the trainee will learn through group and individual teaching, observation, assigned reading, and practical application under the direct supervision of the EEG staff to perform all routine testing and non-routine applications as required.
Prepares patients for testing and assists in performing the neurodiagnostic procedures within their scope of practice in the EEG department.
Will learn the appropriate methodology and techniques for administering procedures.
Will learn to determine correct calibration and adjustments to equipment as needed.
Arranges immobilization or support devices for proper patient positioning.
At the end of training will be able to recognize ictal and inter-ictal electrographic patterns and be able to perform archival and associated data processing of neurodiagnostic recordings.
Demonstrates dignity and respect for patient and family for patient and family knowledge, values, beliefs, and cultural background in the planning and delivery of care.
Provides information sharing, ensuring patients and families receive timely, complete and accurate information in order to effectively participate in care and decision making.
Demonstrates knowledge of infection control standards relating to patient, equipment, and electrodes.
Is knowledgeable of all isolation protocols.
Complies with department/institution guidelines for handling of infections/hazardous materials.
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order.
Will be able to troubleshoot equipment problems and repairs or reports to supervisor promptly.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Performs clerical duties as required including, scheduling of procedures, archiving of studies, and department paperwork.
Promotes and participates in continuous improvement projects.
Practices workplace safety and safe environmental practices.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.