Neurodiagnostic Tech EMG/NCV | FT - Days | Franklin, TN

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Franklin, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Tech EMG/NCV prepares patients for and conducts routine Neurodiagnostic procedures, such as neonatal exams, at the bedside, and in critical care units, on all ages of patients served by the department independently. Collects data pertinent to the interpretation of test results and assists other senior technologists or medical staff with complex recordings. Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Requirements

EMG/NCV experience (REQUIRED)
Diagnostic Testing (Intermediate)
Equipment Maintenance (Intermediate)
Medical Terminology & Documentation (Intermediate)
Patient Evaluation (Intermediate)
Relevant Work Experience
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Registered EEG Technologist - American Board of Registration of Eletoencephalograpic and Evoked Potential Technologists

Nice To Haves

Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results.
Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully maintaining equipment, products, or systems without requiring support and instruction from others.
Able to conduct predictive maintenance on core products and equipment.
Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
Demonstrates experience in the evaluation process.
Demonstrates a solid understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to the diagnosis.
Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering patient evaluations without requiring support and instruction from others.

Responsibilities

Performs all Neurodiagnostic procedures as assigned associated with the proper execution of EEG and at least one other modality in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and procedures.
Assists to identify patient and family learning needs and provides pertinent information regarding the procedure that is appropriate for age and level of learning to the patient and/or family.
Assists the Lead Neurodiagnostic Lab Technologist in the oversight of lab operations and training of staff.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.