EMG Technician I - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis

5d • Onsite

About The Position

To learn to perform nerve conduction studies and electromyography, report results and assist in general running of lab and electrodiagnostic studies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Anatomy, Physiology
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
• All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Nice To Haves

• No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Biological Sciences, Electromyography (EMG), Interpersonal Communication

Responsibilities

• Perform general duties of copying, filing, fax and mailing of reports to appropriate individuals.
• Perform general upkeep of laboratory and equipment.
• Assist in performing nerve conduction studies routinely performed in the laboratory and assist in electrodiagnostic studies as required, under supervision of chief technician or director of laboratory.
• Report findings and calculate nerve conduction values.
• Perform quantitative sensory testing under supervision.
• Schedule patients for testing and bookkeeping i.e. (billing information, history).
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED