NEURO TECH-CMM

Covenant Health•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist at Cumberland Neurology performs advanced EEG and evoked potential testing and may perform nerve conduction studies if qualified. The role works with minimal physician supervision, helps train and supervise employees, assists with department operations, and performs routine maintenance and repairs on complex electronic recorders. The technologist prepares and explains procedures to patients, operates electrodiagnostic equipment, identifies normal and abnormal findings and artifacts, and maintains accurate recordings and equipment. This is a full-time, 80-hours-per-pay-period, day-shift position.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in diagnostic testing.
Formal training in one area of electrodiagnostics (EEG, sleep, evoked potentials, or nerve conduction velocities), anatomy, or physiology.
Education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the job, typically equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
Qualification to perform nerve conduction studies.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory policies and procedures related to OSHA, Joint Commission Universal Precautions guidelines, and hospital regulations.
Explain test procedures to patients to obtain their cooperation for complete examinations.
Review patient charts for test orders and special needs, particularly for patients with pacemakers or defibrillators.
Apply knowledge of the peripheral nervous system, diseases related to electrodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electronics, and electrical safety.
Prepare patients and apply the surface electrodes required for testing.
Distinguish normal from abnormal results, describe abnormal clinical manifestations observed during testing, and recognize and address physiological and nonphysiological artifacts.
Calibrate electrodiagnostic instruments for standard recordings and adjust instrument controls to optimize electrical response recordings.
Keep equipment clean and operational, identify malfunctions, make minor maintenance adjustments, and report the need for major repairs.
Clean and maintain electrodes.
File, print, or film recordings according to laboratory policies and procedures.
Understand patient charging and paperwork processing.
Maintain laboratory stock and order supplies as needed.
Use AIDET fundamentals when communicating and interacting with patients.
Collaborate with patients, physicians, and other care team members in a team-based approach to patient care.
Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards; complete required annual education assignments; work toward goals and objectives; and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Assist with training and supervision of employees and tasks related to department operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.