EEG Technologist

Bayfront Health•St. Petersburg, FL

About The Position

Performs routine and complex electroencephalograms on adult patients, along with evoked potential testing and specialized recordings and monitoring of physiological phenomena. The role involves gathering and analyzing patient information, providing advanced patient care under a department supervisor, educating patients and families, and maintaining accurate documentation. The technologist prepares, calibrates, and troubleshoots testing equipment; verifies collected data; documents observations and clinical events; and reports and interprets polysomnographic results. The position also supports equipment maintenance, quality control, performance improvement, and compliance with relevant policies, legal requirements, and accrediting standards.

Requirements

Associate degree in END or completion of an accredited END technologist program within 90 days of hire.
Current BLS/HealthCare Provider Certification.
One year of experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex electroencephalograms on adult patients.
Perform evoked potentials (BAER, VEP, SEP) on inpatients and outpatients.
Perform specialized recordings and monitoring of physiological phenomena.
Gather and analyze patient information.
Provide patient care in an advanced role under the department supervisor.
Maintain accurate and precise documentation.
Communicate openly and effectively with team members.
Educate patients and families effectively.
Prepare and calibrate testing equipment and troubleshoot equipment issues.
Document and report routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and polysomnographic results.
Verify the integrity of collected data and complete the collection process, including repeating physiological and instrumental calibrations and instructing patients or parents on completing questionnaires.
Maintain compliance within the field and stay current with new techniques.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable standards.
Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Participate in quality control and the care and maintenance of equipment.
Participate in assigned Performance Improvement activities.
Remain aware of legal issues, patient rights, and requirements of regulatory and accrediting agencies.