EMG Technical Specialist | Neurodiagnostics | Full-time | Days

UF Health•Gainesville, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The EMG Technical Specialist performs basic to advanced nerve conduction studies (NCS) in the laboratory under the indirect supervision of an EDX physician. The technologist has completed formal NCS training and holds an active RNCST or CNCT registry, or is registry eligible and obtains the credential within 12 months. The role performs NCS and related testing in the hospital and laboratory, including in intensive care and other hospital units where special technical requirements apply. The specialist recognizes normal and abnormal findings related to neuromuscular disease and pathology, identifies and addresses artifacts, maintains and troubleshoots equipment, and helps ensure safe, confidential, high-quality patient care. The position also supports staff education, mentoring, quality improvement, department operations, and adherence to applicable department policies and AANEM standards.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Active RNCST or CNCT credential required, or eligibility for the registry with credentialing within 12 months; a signed statement of understanding is required.
Health Care Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Strong analytical abilities.
Ability to work effectively and communicate clearly with acutely and chronically ill patients and adapt to the circumstances surrounding their care.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited END training program is highly desirable.
Three to five years of experience in NCS modalities is preferred.
Experience in other nerve or muscle testing, such as intra-operative neurophysiological monitoring, may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform nerve conduction velocity studies of the upper and lower extremities, including specialized procedures.
Assist with EMG and perform repetitive nerve stimulation, blink reflex, neuromuscular ultrasound, and autonomic testing.
Develop skills to perform new procedures emerging within the EDX field.
Perform NCS in the ICU and other hospital units while meeting the special technical requirements of those settings.
Recognize normal and abnormal results related to neuromuscular disease processes and pathology.
Recognize and take reasonable steps to eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifacts.
Maintain and operate assigned equipment; troubleshoot equipment operations and errors, check calibrations, make safe minor maintenance adjustments and repairs, and coordinate with vendors and IS support as needed.
Ensure electric current leakage issues are resolved.
Follow established policies, procedures, and protocols to support a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
Identify patients at risk for injury and institute measures to prevent or reduce risk.
Follow infection control policies and procedures.
Use incident reports, infection control variance reports, and employee accident forms to identify system problems or noncompliance with standards.
Assess, report, and correct environmental safety hazards, including damaged or broken equipment.
Respond to patient monitor alarms and call bells in a timely manner, and seek information on orders to support hospital workflow.
Maintain emergency readiness and initiate timely emergency measures as appropriate to role responsibilities.
Keep written, verbal, and electronic information confidential.
Meet JCAHO laboratory standards, including knowledge of code procedures, emergency protocols, and emergency equipment locations.
Support quality improvement and variance tracking initiatives and incorporate results into clinical practice.
Support continuing education and assist in educating technical staff, residents, and fellows; mentor non-registered staff.
Assess and collect patient history and other data to determine stability, safety, and reasons for testing.
Bring questions about test results and quality concerns to the director and medical director.
Review the patient's past medical history before establishing which nerves to test.
Confirm that an inpatient procedure request is in the chart and research orders before attempting a study.
Refer to department policies and procedures to ensure AANEM standards are upheld.
Perform other duties as needed to support efficient department, unit, or office operations, including assisting other care providers when time permits.
Support cost-reduction goals while maintaining or enhancing quality.
Ensure EMG requests are met by communicating requests with the Manager.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and assist with metrics documentation.