About The Position
The EEG Technician performs standard electrophysiological recordings at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMCC), including EEG, ambulatory EEG, and intra-operative monitoring. The technician prepares patients, gathers information relevant to test interpretation, and monitors additional physiologic phenomena using appropriate techniques and instrumentation. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-ranking technical or professional employee; supervising others is not a function of the position. The technician also performs related work as required.
Requirements
- High school graduation or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and six months of experience in a healthcare setting. A course of instruction in operating an electroencephalograph machine or six months of experience operating such a machine may substitute for the high school diploma or equivalency diploma.
- Good knowledge of current techniques and procedures used in taking electroencephalographs.
- Good knowledge of electroencephalograph machine operation and related anatomy.
- Ability to train others and deal with severely ill patients.
- Independent judgment and sound professional judgment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to use a variety of electronic software applications.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Perform standard awake and sleep EEG recordings, including electrocerebral inactivity evaluations, using digital EEG or analog equipment.
- Prepare patients for testing, explain recording procedures, and instruct patients on how to relax and cooperate for effective results.
- Summarize patients’ neurologic status and clinical history using information from charts, patients, family members, or caregivers.
- Adapt methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on patient history, clinical observation, and EEG findings.
- Provide appropriate patient care and document observations of clinical manifestations during seizures and other patient emergencies.
- Perform ambulatory EEG recordings.
- Carry out EEG monitoring procedures during surgery.
- Ensure patient electrical safety at all times.
- Keep equipment clean and operational, perform maintenance and minor repairs, and report the need for major repairs.
- Participate in conferences, technical meetings, and other educational activities.
- Provide in-service instruction to junior staff and technologist trainees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
