Neurodiagnostics Tech

Neuroscience Group•Neenah, WI

53d•Hybrid

About The Position

Neuroscience Group has an exciting full-time opportunity for a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a technologist who enjoys working directly with patients, collaborating with physicians and clinical teams, and performing a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures in an outpatient setting. Our Neurodiagnostic Technologists prepare patients for and perform routine electroneurodiagnostic (END) procedures, collecting high-quality data used by our physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. Procedures include routine and ambulatory EEG, BAER, VER, SSEP, and assisting with EMG/NCV studies. The position also includes occasional travel to our regional clinic locations with physicians to perform EMG/NCV studies.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher and completion of an END program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or equivalent education and experience for candidates with previous neurodiagnostic training.
National professional credentialing through ABRET in EEG is preferred.
Candidates who are not currently registered must obtain the R. EEG T. credential within two years of hire.
Current BLS certification required.
Knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, END instrumentation, pattern recognition, and medical and pharmacological conditions affecting neurodiagnostic testing.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
A team-oriented approach and commitment to providing an excellent patient experience.

Nice To Haves

National professional credentialing through ABRET in EEG is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs END procedures under direct supervision and in accordance with the standards and protocols of the laboratory.
Verifies identity of patient and provides adequate patient ID on all studies.
Protects patient confidentiality.
Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner and with appropriate impedances. Demonstrates competency in multiple electrode application techniques.
Documents a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient's record, and family members including neurological symptomatology and medications.
Evaluates the patient for comprehension and ability to cooperate. Utilizes approved methods to improve patient cooperation/relaxation.
Educates the patient and/or family on the test procedure, interacting on a level appropriate to the patient's age and mental capacity.
Implements alternative methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recording. This may include appropriate control setting changes on the machine, use of extra electrodes, extra montages, and use of activation procedures.
Recognizes artifacts (patient, instrumental, or environmental). Documents, eliminates, or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact.
Attends to patient needs while in the department.
Ensures patient safety at all times. Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate actions to take during emergency situations. Ensures electrical safety to patient and staff.
Demonstrates knowledge of departmental infection control standards relating to patient, equipment, and electrodes. Complies with department/institution guidelines for handling of infectious/hazardous materials.
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Verifies appropriate calibrations and makes adjustments, if necessary. Troubleshoots equipment problems and repairs or reports to manager promptly.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, their families, lab staff, physicians, and other members of the clinic staff.
Demonstrates knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, END instrumentation, pattern recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence END procedures.
Reviews studies with interpreting physician and implements suggestions for quality improvement.
Successfully competent to independently review and clip Ambulatory EEG studies.
Learns to perform additional and advanced END procedures by supervised practice with increasing independence.
Performs clerical duties as required including scheduling of procedures, archiving of studies, and charge entry.
Expands knowledge by participation in conferences, in-services, and independent study.
Perform neurodiagnostic procedures in accordance with established laboratory standards and protocols.
Prepare patients for testing, including accurate measurement and application of electrodes using appropriate techniques and impedances.
Obtain and document comprehensive patient histories, including neurological symptoms, medications, and other information relevant to the study.
Educate patients and families about testing procedures and help patients feel comfortable throughout their visit.
Perform routine and ambulatory EEG studies and assist with BAER, VER, SSEP, and EMG/NCV procedures.
Independently review and clip ambulatory EEG studies following successful demonstration of competency.
Recognize and troubleshoot patient, equipment, and environmental artifacts to obtain optimal recordings.
Adjust recording techniques, montages, electrodes, activation procedures, and equipment settings when appropriate.
Maintain patient safety, confidentiality, infection control, and electrical safety standards.
Maintain neurodiagnostic equipment in clean and proper working condition and promptly identify equipment concerns.
Collaborate closely with physicians and other members of the clinical team to ensure high-quality studies and patient care.
Review studies with interpreting physicians and incorporate feedback to continuously improve study quality.
Travel with physicians to regional clinic locations as needed to assist with EMG/NCV studies.
Complete related administrative responsibilities, including scheduling procedures, archiving studies, and charge entry.
Continue developing professionally through conferences, in-services, independent study, and supervised training in additional or advanced END procedures.