EEG Technician

CenterWell • The Villages, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Technician is responsible for performing neurodiagnostic procedures under the supervision of physicians and a clinical supervisor within the Neurology specialty. This role involves direct patient interaction, utilizing customer service principles to ensure patients are calm and comfortable during procedures. The technician will obtain and verify patient health history, review previous records for relevant information, and produce results for provider interpretation. They will also provide basic patient care, conduct pre-test discussions, perform diagnostic EEG procedures, and assist with EMG testing setup. Adherence to infection control, safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies is crucial. Additionally, the technician will manage supplies, maintain equipment, and communicate effectively with both clinical and clerical team members to support a patient-centered practice.

Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited EEG program
• Valid EEG registry certification
• CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider certification required within 90 days of employment
• Current health records with appropriate immunizations for healthcare work, including hepatitis B and tuberculosis screening

Nice To Haves

• EEG experience preferred
• Knowledge of neurology medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
• Familiarity with healthcare systems, regulations, policies, and functions
• Understanding of documentation standards
• Knowledge of EEG equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment
• Understanding of EEG procedures, including preparation and screening
• Knowledge of infectious disease management, infection control, and safety standards
• Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders
• Skill in initiating appropriate basic first aid
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Uses customer service principles and techniques to interact with patients calmly and pleasantly.
• Obtains, verifies, and records patient health history.
• Gathers pertinent health data by reviewing previous patient records, including EEG results related to neurologic diagnoses.
• Faxes outstanding orders and documents.
• Produces results for provider interpretation and attaches results to orders in the EMR.
• Provides basic patient care as ordered.
• Conducts pre-test discussions with patients to create a calm environment and support the best possible test results.
• Performs diagnostic EEG procedures.
• Adheres to infection control, safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies.
• Assists with setup for EMG testing.
• Orders supplies and maintains the EEG machine and testing room.
• Promotes wellness by communicating physician advice and instructions.
• Communicates with clinical and clerical team members to support a successful patient-centered practice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave)
• short-term and long-term disability
• life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree