Neurodiagnostic Tech Level 1 - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health • Edison, NJ

97d • $28

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist Level 1 performs standard and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures for patients with moderate supervision as directed according to established standards and practices. Provides technical assistance and training to students. Completes all necessary documentation for departmental records and patient procedures. Supports all functions, goals, and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs that involve the Neurodiagnostic Lab and Epilepsy Unit.

Requirements

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft or Google productivity suite.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• Eligible for ABRET registration.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp.
• Routinely achieves impedance levels below 10k ohms.
• Performs standard EEG recordings according to the departmental protocols including awake and asleep, bedside, isolation, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, etc.
• Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on the history, clinical observations, and EEG findings.
• Compiles data on patient's neurologic status and clinical history which may be pertinent to interpretation of the Neurodiagnostic procedure from the chart, patient or family, etc.
• Completes both technical and professional bills upon completion of study and enters billing number in the record.
• Documents completion of study in the electronic log.
• Performs standard Video EEG Long Term Monitoring recording according to the department protocols.
• Maintains and replaces electrodes as needed to maintain the integrity of the EEG recordings.
• Provides supportive patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizure and other patient emergency situations.
• Assesses patient's memory, language, and patient's ability to follow commands during patient events.
• Works in a professional and collaborative manner with all team members and physicians in the delivery of patient care and monitoring.
• Follows all department protocols and complies with all departmental policies described in the Departmental Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Maintains all neurodiagnostic equipment in good working order.
• Practices universal precautions and follows all safety and infection control policies.
• Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, in-services, workshops, and reading current publications on Neurophysiology testing/technology and Neurological disease.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

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