EEG Technologist | Neurodiagnostic | Full-time | Days
About The Position
The EEG Technologist performs neurodiagnostic procedures under the direction of the Director of Neurodiagnostics and Medical Directors. The role provides technical support for routine and specialized neurodiagnostic testing and assists with instruction and training of students and junior staff as directed. As competencies are achieved, the technologist may perform advanced procedures, including Neonatal EEG, Evoked Potentials (EP), Long-Term Monitoring (LTM), and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) studies, in accordance with departmental policies and scope of practice. The selected candidate must complete the ASET LTM100 course within 30 days of hire and obtain ABRET registry (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire if not already credentialed. The position is based at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, and is full-time, scheduled Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. On-call responsibilities may be required when needed or as dictated by the hospital during emergencies.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required; board-eligible candidates with neurodiagnostic experience may be considered in lieu of an associate's degree.
- At least one year of clinical healthcare experience.
- Complete the ASET LTM100 course within 30 days of hire.
- Obtain ABRET registry (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire, unless already credentialed.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Highly self-motivated.
- Active BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited associate's degree or certificate program in Neurodiagnostic Technology.
- Currently enrolled in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology Program.
- Prior experience in a Neurodiagnostic, EEG, or Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine EEG procedures for neonates, infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients.
- Perform routine portable EEG procedures and ICU portable EEGs with a technologist.
- Perform EMU EEGs and Evoked Potentials for all ages when competencies are met.
- Provide EMU/LTM head care.
- Perform WADA procedures and use collodion glue.
- Clean and maintain neurodiagnostic equipment.
- Maintain and operate neurodiagnostic equipment.
- Troubleshoot equipment and system issues, including amplifier connectivity, network connectivity, photic stimulation functionality, user login issues, and general hardware performance problems.
- Coordinate support with vendors and Information Systems (IS) for equipment maintenance, repair, and technical issues as needed.
- Follow departmental infection-control policies and procedures when cleaning and disinfecting neurodiagnostic equipment.
- Retrieve equipment from patient rooms promptly after EEG lead disconnection, following department workflow and infection-prevention standards.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and complete required continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain and advance neurodiagnostic knowledge and skills and support ABRET certification and recertification requirements.
- Participate in the monthly Quality Assurance (QA) program.
- Participate in monthly and annual competency assessments, including completing and documenting ABRET-eligible CEUs.
- Assist with departmental operations across EEG and EMU within UF Health.
- Support IS workflows, including coordinating with Neuro Analysts to identify, retain, and document data that must be preserved outside standard retention protocols for patient care, regulatory or compliance requirements, or legal matters.
- Assist with supply-chain processes, including inventory management and appropriate supply utilization.
- Support billing-related processes by ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with departmental procedures.
- Complete required Turnaround Time (TAT) forms and related documentation accurately and promptly.
- Assist with instruction and training of students and junior staff as directed.
- Perform on-call duties when needed or required by the hospital during emergencies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
