EEG Technologist I

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs electroneurodiagnostic procedures on patients with suspected neurologic injury or disease under supervision and according to facility policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree, or equivalent experience, required.
• BLS certification, required.
• Effective computer operations and technology skills.
• One year of experience in a patient care environment, or equivalent education, required.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program, preferred.
• Registered or eligible for registration by the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists, preferred.
• Electroencephalography experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for testing, communicating procedure information and answering questions, and ensures accurate electrode application. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results.
• Performs a limited variety of investigational procedures on patients with possible neurologic injury and disease according to established policies and procedures.
• Monitors patients and maintains safety during procedures. Communicates to other patient care support staff.
• Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination.
• Completes technical EEG reports and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
• Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate levels and proper functioning. Prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures and performs various administrative functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree