Neurodiagnostic Tech

WVU Medicine

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Tech performs routine and specialized neurodiagnostic (ND) procedures in one area of specialization, EEG or EMG, without direct supervision. The role prepares patients for procedures, provides technical data to Neuro Labs physicians to support diagnosis, and assists medical staff with complex procedures. The employee must meet competency standards in the designated specialty within six months of hire, including competencies for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. The position also assists with developing and performing new or difficult procedures and with technical training for house staff and technician trainees. The technologist coordinates inpatient and outpatient scheduling, ensures testing and documentation are completed according to departmental guidelines, prepares initial data for physician reports, and evaluates final reports to support accurate billing. Procedures may be performed in Neuro Labs, at the bedside, or in critical care areas, including under potentially emergent conditions. The role includes patient and family communication, recording and reporting patient symptoms and reactions, equipment cleaning and maintenance, continuing education, research support, and instruction of trainees and medical professionals. This position is located at WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals, 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia. Scheduled weekly hours are 36. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education requirements: an associate degree, preferably in an allied health field; graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP ND) program; or completion of the ASET EEG Core Curriculum.
Hold one of the following certifications or obtain one within two years of hire into the ND Tech role: Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) through ABRET or AAET; Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) through ABEM; or Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T.) through ABRET.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Meet competency standards in the designated area of specialization within six months of hire, including adult, pediatric, and neonatal patient competencies.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.
Lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
Sit or stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an allied health field.
Graduation from a CAAHEP ND program.
Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T.) certification through ABRET upon hire.
ASET membership in the Neurodiagnostic Society.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and prioritize inpatient and outpatient procedure scheduling, ensuring proper document flow and storage according to departmental guidelines.
Ensure patient testing procedures are completed within established time frames while coordinating inpatient demand with the outpatient schedule.
Document procedures in patient charts according to established guidelines.
Evaluate and analyze final reports to facilitate timely and accurate billing.
Gather relevant information from clinical records, requisitions, or patients to identify special circumstances and support quality studies and final reporting.
Perform EEG or EMG procedures in the designated area of specialization in Neuro Labs, at the bedside, and in critical care areas, including under potentially emergent conditions.
Accurately record neurological electrical impulses by setting up studies, detecting and eliminating artifact, selecting electrode combinations, recognizing clinical manifestations, and using activating procedures.
Interact with patients to obtain their cooperation in accordance with policies and procedures.
Prepare initial data for physician use in formulating ND reports.
Inform patients and families about the nature and significance of procedures.
Observe, record, 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 knowledge of growth and development across the life span to provide age-appropriate care.
Clean and maintain equipment, identify malfunctions, make minor adjustments, and report repair needs.
Participate in educational and in-service opportunities and maintain required continuing education units.
Review educational materials and meet departmental academic performance standards.
Perform or assist with research activities according to protocol and maintain appropriate documentation.
Assist in providing in-services on ND procedures and equipment operation to the professional medical community.
Assist with instruction and hands-on technical training for ND trainees, house staff, and medical staff.
Participate in staff meetings, committees, task forces, projects, and discussions to plan and implement change and improve productivity.