Neurodiagnostic Tech 1 PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist 1 supports inpatient and outpatient EEGs at Frisco at PGA Parkway, McKinney, and Plano. This PRN dayshift role has fluctuating hours. Under supervision, the technologist usually performs test setup and electrode application, maintains patient safety during significant events, and performs related duties. The technologist is accountable for complete and accurate patient preparation, data acquisition, and testing in a safe environment. The role requires applying appropriate methods to instrumentation based on patient history, clinical observations, and test findings; maintaining and troubleshooting equipment; and reporting issues to management or the appropriate department. The technologist follows policies, infection-control and safety guidelines, and patient privacy and confidentiality requirements, and is available for on-call work as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Less than one year of experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Basic knowledge of pattern recognition, artifact troubleshooting and identification, seizure precautions, and first aid.
Knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, and computer skills.
Understanding of END instrumentation, pattern recognition, and medical and pharmacological conditions affecting EEG recording.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and employees at all levels.
General computer skills, including Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Ability to concentrate for long periods under stressful conditions while working properly and effectively.
Ability to remain calm and helpful under stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients, acquire data, and perform testing completely and accurately while providing a safe testing environment.
Perform test setup and electrode application, usually under supervision.
Maintain patient safety during significant events and demonstrate appropriate action in emergencies.
Follow policies and procedures, infection-control and safety guidelines, and patient privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Use proper body mechanics during work-area duties and patient care.
Adjust instrumentation methods to obtain optimal results based on patient history, clinical observations, and test findings.
Maintain equipment and the work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Troubleshoot equipment to ensure optimal operational capabilities and report issues to management or the appropriate department.
Be available for on-call work as assigned.