Neurodiagnostic Tech I, Full-Time, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs quality EEGs (routine and video) and seizure monitoring. Facilitates aspects of study completion and reporting within the department. Participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all healthcare personnel. Carries out all applicable processes of the EEG department. Takes call on a rotating basis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas and procedures. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. 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.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent ; OR post high school diploma.
• No previous experience required.
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

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

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.
• 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