Neuro Technologist

Geisinger•Danville, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Neuro Technologist performs neurodiagnostic procedures according to facility policies and procedures. For procedures where competency has not yet been achieved, the technologist trains under direct technical supervision. The role involves recognizing clinically significant findings and following procedures for communicating critical test results, maintaining patient safety, preparing patients and rooms, and communicating with patients and healthcare staff about diagnostic testing. The technologist continues to learn and apply EEG waveform recognition, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control, instrumentation, and related neurodiagnostic practices. This is a full-time role with a day/night rotation and required on-call rotation. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Training is provided. A high school diploma or GED is required; relevant experience is preferred. The technologist must obtain Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) certification within three years.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Obtain Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) certification within three years through the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists (ABRET).
Computer literacy, interpersonal communication, and preceptor skills.
Availability for day/night rotation and required on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

Previous neurodiagnostic or related healthcare experience preferred.
Minimum of two years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform neurodiagnostic procedures according to facility policies and procedures, training under direct technical supervision for procedures where competence has not been achieved.
Recognize clinically significant findings and follow facility policies and procedures for critical test results.
Maintain patient safety and communicate with patient-care support staff during testing as needed.
Learn and apply EEG waveform recognition, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, infection control, current HIPAA practices, activation-procedure contraindications, and instrumentation preparation.
Assess patients in relation to care, including electrode-fixation product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function.
Recognize the effects of drugs and physiologic status on monitored activity.
Explain the purpose of diagnostic testing and answer procedure-related questions through effective communication with patients and healthcare staff.
Maintain correct electrode connections.
Perform basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and identify and eliminate artifacts.
Follow digital equipment concepts and electrical safety practices within the Neurophysiology unit.
Apply knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and equipment settings as appropriate.
Contact supervisory staff about problems within the Neurophysiology unit, stock supplies, and prepare patient rooms for neurodiagnostic procedures.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one; the posting also notes domestic partner coverage.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contribution.
Paid time off plan with accrual.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with care referrals, legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.