Nerve Conduction Study Test Technician

St. Luke's University Health Network•Quakertown, PA

About The Position

The Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) Technologist explains and performs NCS testing under the supervision of an electromyographer. The role gathers patient information, supports accurate diagnostic testing, maintains equipment and records, and helps ensure testing sites comply with OSHA standards. The technician may travel or rotate among St. Luke’s locations as needed to cover shifts or gain experience with different physicians.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited or approved neurodiagnostic technology program, a hospital-based neurodiagnostic education program, or one year of experience as a neurodiagnostic technician is preferred.
Nerve Conduction specialist must obtain registration within 3–4 years of hire.
Maintain BLS.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred, with a concentration in sciences preferred.
Graduation from an accredited or approved neurodiagnostic technology program, a hospital-based neurodiagnostic education program, or one year of experience as a neurodiagnostic technician.

Responsibilities

Explain and perform Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS) testing.
Ensure the laboratory and testing site adhere to OSHA standards.
Obtain patient history, demographics, and reason for the request, and enter the information into the study.
Identify and eliminate or reduce artifact.
Evaluate diagnostic data recorded or displayed and report suspected abnormal findings to a physician as appropriate.
Maintain equipment and supplies associated with diagnostic testing.
Maintain an accurate archive and retrieval system for original EMG tracings.
Travel or rotate to other sites as needed to cover shifts or gain experience from different physicians. Locations include Bethlehem Campus, Upper Bucks Campus, Monroe Campus, Warren Campus, and Allentown / Sacred Heart Campus.
Receive and maintain BLS.
Transfer patients to and from registration if assistance is required.