Neurodiagnostics Tech II or III

All Positions•Greenwood, SC

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II or III performs neurodiagnostic procedures, including electroencephalograms (EEGs), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and assistance with electromyography (EMG) procedures. The role supports accurate data acquisition, patient safety, equipment maintenance, physician support, and timely documentation while providing patient-centered care. Technologists perform routine and specialized EEG studies according to established protocols, conduct NCS independently within their training and credentialing, assist physicians during EMG procedures, and recognize, document, and correct technical artifacts. The Technologist II ensures studies meet quality standards before physician interpretation. The Technologist III also conducts quality audits, serves as a resource for difficult studies and complex EMG workflows, and precepts and mentors team members, students, and trainees. Both levels maintain equipment and perform routine calibration and quality control, demonstrate age-specific competencies for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, complete documentation accurately and promptly, and demonstrate commitment to organizational values and patient experience goals. The Technologist III additionally assists with implementing new equipment, testing modalities, and workflow improvements, and collaborates with neurologists and referring providers to improve service delivery and patient access. The position is full-time, scheduled 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and includes one week of call per month.

Requirements

Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology, Health Sciences such as respiratory therapy, or a related field.
For Technologist II, registration eligibility with required certification obtained within one year of hire, or Registered Respiratory Therapist status with successful completion of the MUSC EEG training program and demonstrated competencies with neurodiagnostic lab procedures.
For Technologist III, one or more of the following certifications is required: Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R. EEG T.), Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT), or Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R. NCS. T.).
Strong patient communication skills.
Ability to recognize technical artifacts and abnormal findings.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program preferred.
One year of neurodiagnostic testing experience preferred for Technologist II.
Three or more years of neurodiagnostic testing preferred for Technologist III.
Experience with outpatient EEG, EMG, and NCS procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized EEG studies according to established protocols.
Perform nerve conduction studies independently within the scope of training and credentialing.
Assist physicians during EMG procedures.
Recognize, document, and correct technical artifacts.
Ensure studies meet quality standards prior to physician interpretation (Technologist II).
Conduct quality audits of studies for technical adequacy and documentation compliance (Technologist III).
Demonstrate age-specific competencies for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
Complete all required documentation accurately and timely.
Maintain neurodiagnostic equipment and perform routine calibration and quality control checks.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives (Technologist II).
Serve as a department resource for difficult studies and complex EMG workflows (Technologist III).
Precept and mentor new team members, students, and trainees (Technologist III).
Assist with implementation of new equipment, testing modalities, and workflow improvements (Technologist III).
Collaborate with neurologists and referring providers to improve service delivery and patient access (Technologist III).
Demonstrate commitment to organizational values and patient experience goals.