Nerve Conduction Study Tech

Integrated Medical Services (IMS)•Phoenix, AZ

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

IMS Care Center. is currently searching for a professional, compassionate and knowledgeable individual to fill the position of Nerve Conduction Study Tech in our Neurology clinic. The NCS Tech is responsible for providing support by assisting patients and their family members before, during and after their visit. The NCS Tech will work alongside doctors, nurses and other clinical personnel, performing functions that help the clinic run smoothly. The NCS Technician will perform Nerve Conduction studies when requested by a physician. As part of the testing process, this tech will gather a patient's medical history, explain testing procedures, and prepare the patient for the procedure. During testing, the technician monitors the patient's status and notes any abnormalities. After testing they report findings to the provider for further analysis. Instill the IMS mission, vision and values in the work performed.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures
Requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion
Must have knowledge of and always follow HIPAA guidelines and secure Protected Health Information
The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Nice To Haves

ABEM Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) or AAET Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T) certification preferred
Minimum six months of experience working as an NCS or EMG tech in lieu of the certification is acceptable

Responsibilities

Gather a patient's medical history, explain testing procedures, and prepare the patient for the procedure
Position electrodes, apply surface electrodes, administer electrical stimulation, and record nerve responses (amplitudes, latencies)
Explain procedures to patients, review medical history, and ensure comfort throughout the test
Monitors the patient's status including heart rate and other vital signs and note any abnormalities
After testing is complete, analyze and document electrical signals to ensure data quality, distinguishing between normal and abnormal results and report on findings to the physician for further analysis
Maintain, sanitize, calibrate, and troubleshoot NCS equipment
Analyze, identify and document procedures to maximize patient outcome
Ensure an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to troubleshoot minor problems and make adjustments as needed during the procedure
Assist with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results
Travel to rural sites and other locations under IMS Care Center for scheduled NCS patients
Performs other duties as assigned