EEG Technician PT

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL•Gibson City, IL

84d•$20 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Tech functions as a resource person to physicians and their staff, family members and hospital staff. Prepare patients and performs Electroencephalograms, Ambulatory EEG’s, and other tests within their scope of practice. GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

Requirements

Current AHA CPR for Healthcare Provider or Professional certification required
Must be able to communicate with and perform tests on patients of all ages, pediatric to adult and staff
Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
Ability to deal courteously with patients, co-workers, and others.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Knowledge of Patients’ rights.

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but will train
Graduate of a two year Cardiovascular program or equivalent combination of training is preferred
Certification of registration by a National Certifying Cardio-Vascular Agency is desirable
Two years experience is preferred
Familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 codes is preferred, either through education or experience, but on-the-job training is acceptable.
General knowledge of mathematics and accounting principles.
Knowledge of medical terminology and the insurance industry.
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type correspondence.

Responsibilities

Functions as a resource person to physicians and their staff, family members and hospital staff
Prepares patient and performs Electroencephalograms, Ambulatory EEG’s, BAER’s, VEP and other tests within your scope of practice
Edit and prepare test for reading by a Physician
Reports findings or concerns to reading physician for prompt interpretation
Employee will demonstrate customer service in all interaction, that is compassionate, courteous, friendly, non-judgmental and demonstrate a respect for privacy
Cleans and maintains equipment (EEG machine and accessories)
Uses Hospital EMR for documentation
Use specific protocol for patient wires including taking them off and proper cleaning and storage
Some office responsibilities such as scheduling, filing, computer and telephone skills
Performs other duties as directed by physician or office manager.
Will work 8 hour shifts unless other arrangements are made with the Director