Neurodiagnostic Tech

WVU Medicine

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs neurodiagnostic (ND) procedures without direct supervision in one area of specialization: EEG or EMG. Prepares patients for and conducts routine and specialized procedures, including for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients, and assists medical staff with complex procedures. Provides Neuro Labs physicians with technical data to support diagnosis and helps develop and perform new or difficult procedures. The employee must meet competency standards in the designated specialty within six months of hire. The role coordinates inpatient and outpatient procedure scheduling, completes and documents testing, prepares initial data for physician reports, and reviews final reports to support timely and accurate billing. The technologist obtains relevant patient information, explains procedures to patients and families, observes and reports patient symptoms or concerns, and performs procedures in Neuro Labs, at the bedside, and in critical care areas, including under potentially emergent conditions. The position also involves equipment cleaning and maintenance, continuing education, research activities as assigned, and technical instruction for trainees, house staff, medical staff, and members of the professional community. The employee participates in staff meetings and departmental initiatives. This position requires rotating call, is scheduled for 40 hours per week, and is non-exempt. The work is based at Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston, West Virginia.

Requirements

Meet one of the following educational requirements: an associate degree, preferably in an Allied Health field; graduation from a CAAHEP Neurodiagnostic program; or completion of the ASET EEG Core Curriculum.
Hold one of the following certifications or obtain one within two years of hire: R.NCS.T. through ABRET or AAET; CNCT through ABEM; or R.EEG.T. through ABRET.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Meet competency standards in the designated EEG or EMG specialization within six months of hire, including competencies for adult and pediatric/neonatal patients.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.
Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 40 pounds.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an Allied Health field.
Graduation from a CAAHEP Neurodiagnostic program.
R.EEG.T. certification through ABRET upon hire.
Membership in the Neurodiagnostic Society through ASET.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and prioritize inpatient and outpatient procedure scheduling and maintain document flow and storage according to departmental guidelines.
Complete patient testing within established time frames while coordinating inpatient demand with the outpatient schedule.
Document procedures in patient charts according to guidelines.
Evaluate and analyze final reports to facilitate timely and accurate billing.
Obtain relevant information from clinical records, requisitions, or patients to identify special circumstances and support quality studies and final reports.
Perform EEG or EMG procedures according to department policies and competencies, including in Neuro Labs, at the bedside, and in critical care areas.
Record neurological electrical impulses accurately by selecting appropriate electrode combinations, setting up tests, detecting and eliminating artifact, using activating procedures, and recognizing clinical manifestations.
Prepare initial data for physician neurodiagnostic reports.
Explain procedures and their nature and significance to patients and families.
Observe, document, and report patient concerns, symptoms, and reactions in a timely manner.
Perform or assist with new or technically difficult procedures and assist in developing new procedures.
Apply growth-and-development knowledge to assess age-specific patient needs and provide appropriate care.
Clean and maintain equipment, identify malfunctions, make minor adjustments, and report repair needs.
Participate in educational and in-service opportunities, review educational materials, and maintain department-required continuing education credits.
Perform or assist with research activities according to protocol and documentation requirements.
Assist with in-services on neurodiagnostic procedures and equipment operation.
Assist with instruction and hands-on technical training for neurodiagnostic trainees, house staff, and medical staff.
Participate in staff meetings, committees, task forces, projects, and discussions to plan and implement changes and improve productivity.
Take call on a rotating basis.