Neurodiagnostic Tech - Atrium Health Cabarrus - PRN

American Addiction Centers•Concord, NC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Tech at Atrium Health Cabarrus performs routine and complex electroencephalogram (EEG) procedures, nerve conduction studies (NCV), and evoked potential (EP) studies. This role involves demonstrating knowledge of equipment operation and calibration, identifying and correcting basic equipment issues, and performing procedures using appropriate test strategies. The technologist is responsible for obtaining and transferring patient medical history, adapting methods for optimal results, and adhering to ABRET standards for test recordings. Key duties also include maintaining accurate records, assisting with specialized Neurodiagnostic procedures like long-term monitoring and intraoperative neuromonitoring, and responding appropriately to patient medical emergencies. The tech must practice proper infection control, ensure safe handling of hazardous materials, and may provide preceptor supervision to new technologists and student interns, as well as participate in supply management. This is a part-time, as-needed (PRN) position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
BLS required
Board eligibility for ABRET certification in EEG is required within 2 years of hire
Completion of ongoing departmental requirements for EEG board registry preparation is required within 3 years of hire
Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills with experience in dealing with sensitive issues/situations, and conflict resolution
Ability to meet deadlines
Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCPs) and Guidelines

Nice To Haves

Graduate from an accredited Neurodiagnostic program with 3 years of experience preferred
EEG registry or eligibility for EEG registry preferred

Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex electroencephalogram (EEG) procedures, nerve conduction studies (NCV), evoked potential (EP) and others, depending on specialty area training.
Demonstrates knowledge of the equipment operator's manual and calibration procedures.
Identifies and corrects basic equipment issues when they occur.
Performs Neurodiagnostic procedures using appropriate test strategy, electrode montage parameters, and calibration.
Obtains all relevant information from the patient's medical record history and progress notes, and transfers this to the technologist's report.
Adopts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results, based on medical history, clinical observations, and diagnostic test findings.
Adheres to the standards of practice for test recordings, as outlined by ABRET.
Maintains complete and accurate record keeping, including history forms and archived records of clipped data.
Assists with the technical operation of specialized Neurodiagnostic procedures including long term monitoring, evoked potentials, intraoperative neuromonitoring and others as appropriate in specialty area.
Verbalizes and implements appropriate actions during the onset of a seizure, and other patient medical emergencies.
Demonstrates proper infection control practices throughout all aspects of care.
Ensures hazardous materials are properly used and stored.
Provides preceptor supervision to new technologists and student interns.
Participates in ordering and maintaining supplies for the department.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program