Neurodiagnostics Technician - Neurodiagnostics Nights - 36hrs/wk.

umhealthwest•Wyoming, MI

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostics Technician supports the Neurodiagnostics department by completing physician orders for testing on both inpatients and outpatients. Testing includes both EEG testing as well as Evoked Potential testing. EEG testing is done by applying electrodes to the patient’s scalp to record brain activity. Evoked potential testing examines the auditory, visual, and somatosensory pathways by placing electrodes on the patient’s body and scalp and applying a stimulus to derive averaged responses.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) provider required
Knowledge of windows based computer systems
A minimum of one year college level health sciences courses or an education background which includes training in other allied health profession
Able to work independently as needed.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a registered EEG technician, preferred

Responsibilities

Perform EEG and Evoked Potential testing in accordance with the guidelines established by the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society
Care for and maintain EEG and Evoked Potential equipment.
Set-up and calibrate equipment
Apply electrodes according to guidelines set up by the lab protocol
Operate EEG and Evoked Potential recording equipment and accessories
Monitor EEG and EKG throughout study, recognize artifact from seizure data, note and correct equipment malfunctions
Process and file Neurodiagnostics reports
Able to perform essential duties in the EPIC system
Recognize and record clinical and physiological events
Collaborate with physicians, supervisor and other staff to coordinate the patient’s care and maintain smooth operations
Ensure safety and welfare of all patients
Maintains patient privacy and protects the rights of patients. Maintains strict confidentiality of all patient information and records.
Technician must be able to recognize chief neurological complaints, interview patients, communicate with physician or team leader to clarify unclear orders
Provide a minimum amount of on call coverage
Demonstrate punctuality to work and meetings and accepts responsibility for attendance and adherence to work schedule.
Demonstrates initiative by seeking opportunities to assist others
Performs other duties as assigned. These may include but are not limited to: Maintaining a current knowledge base of department processes, protocols and procedures, pursuing self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities, and participating on committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.