Neurodiagnostic Technician

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job is an Allied health specialty for diagnosing patients with neurological disorders. Under direct supervision of the laboratory supervisor, prepares patients for and conducts neurological testing procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis of clinical disorders of the nervous system in at least one of the following modalities, Electroencephalography (EEG), Evoked Potentials (EP), Long-Term Monitoring (CLTM), Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), Transcranial Doppler (TCD), and Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM). Analyzes and summarizes results. Conforms to all laboratory policies and procedures regarding The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) guidelines for universal precautions and hospital regulations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
None.
BLS certification
Knowledge of basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment, including electrodes/probes.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Ability to build and maintain good rapport with patient and staff.
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
Ability to work effectively through changing priorities.
Ability to work flexible schedule (extended shifts, nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
2 years of related experience.
R.NCS.T, R.EEG.T, R.EP.T, RVS, RCS, CLTM, or CNIM

Responsibilities

Performs the duties outlined for Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (END) under supervision.
Accurately takes and documents pertinent history from the patient or chart.
Sets-up patients for appropriate study, EEG, EP, NCS, TCD or IOM.
Measures/marks and accurately applies recording electrodes according to the International 10-20 Electrode placement system.
Performs diagnostic studies with appropriate documentation and observation of the patient.
Troubleshoots equipment and physiological artifacts, distinguishing normal from abnormal and using appropriate resources to perform study.
Performs basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment, including electrodes/probes.
Maintains professional development, clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.