EEG Technician

Johns Hopkins Medicine • Saint Petersburg, FL

58d

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, performs electroencephalograms (EEG) at a senior level to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of cerebral impairment. Calculates and analyzes standard and special procedure testing. Provides a descriptive analysis and results according to the department policy and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Is registry eligible according to the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic & Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) Guidelines.
• A minimum of one year of work experience as an EEG Technician is required if a CAAHEP or ABHES-accredited END program was not completed.
• Digital (computerized) diagnostic EEG equipment. Must be proficient in computer use and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform testing independent of direct supervision and maintain a high degree of credibility through accurate analysis and interpretation of test results. Analytic ability is required for analyzing patient history to determine proper testing procedures, for calibrating equipment, troubleshooting malfunctions, eliminating recording artifacts, calculating test results, and composing preliminary reports.
• Maintain cleaning/disinfection of equipment, supplies, and electrodes, to provide safe patient care.
• Interpersonal skills are necessary for exchanging information with patients, physicians, office staff, or records personnel. Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to acute medical situations, i.e., convulsive seizures.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety-related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Follows the JHACH Culture statement in all interactions with patients, families, and coworkers to promote service excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees