Neurodiagnostic Tech I, Full-Time, Days

Prisma Health • Easley, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing quality EEGs (routine and video) and seizure monitoring, as well as facilitating aspects of study completion and reporting within the department. The role requires participation in outstanding customer service and maintaining respectful relationships with all healthcare personnel. The Neurodiagnostic Tech I will carry out all applicable processes of the EEG department and take call on a rotating basis, assuming responsibility for designated areas and procedures. Prisma Health is the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving over 1.2 million patients annually with 32,000 team members dedicated to health and well-being. The organization's purpose is to inspire health, serve with compassion, and be the difference.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; OR post high school diploma.
• No previous experience required.
• BLS certification
• Detail-oriented
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate basic understanding of interpretation of EEGs.
• Ability to maintains a high skill level of knowledge of EEG through ongoing education and information sharing.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal neurodiagnostic program preferred.
• Neurodiagnostic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality EEGs including awake and asleep studies, video EEGs, cerebral silence, photic stimulation, portable EEGs and other studies/procedures performed within the department.
• Performs calibrations and evaluations and adjusts the EEG instrument to the proper technical standards with emphasis on sensitivity, time axis, and mechanical/electrical baselines in order to obtain top-quality EEG recordings.
• Performs EEGs in accordance with 10-20 system outlined by ACNS and in accordance with the Medical Director guidelines, departmental policies and departmental procedures on patients of all ages.
• Communicates with physicians and team members concerning patients. Examples may include test availability and email notifications to physicians concerning transfer of studies or change in patient condition.
• Recognizes and responds to life-threatening EEG tracings.
• Trainees, under close supervision, will receive training and instruction in performing electroencephalographic examinations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees