Sleep Technologist Nights 36-Hours

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Peabody, MA

6d•$29 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of a Neurologist, Physiatrist, or clinical Neurophysiologist, performs Nerve Conduction studies (NCS) to access the function of peripheral nerve pathways. The NCS procedure is performed in conjunction with electromyography (EMG), which is an invasive needle procedure.

Requirements

High School
At least six months in an EMG Lab.
Understands and utilizes the basic principles of nerve conduction studies including digital recording equipment, such that a study can be performed and presented for interpretation.

Responsibilities

Understands basic principles of nerve conduction instrumentation, including recording electrodes, stimulation electrodes, the recording instrument, operational, and electrical concepts.
Demonstrates knowledge of basic anatomy / physiology pertinent to nerve conduction studies as well as disease states encountered in practice.
Calibrates, evaluates, and if necessary adjusts the instruments to proper technical standards in order to obtain top-quality recordings.
Correctly identifies nerve pathways to be studied.
Accurately places recording and stimulation electrodes according to established standards and laboratory policies.
Utilizes appropriate stimulation levels for pathway under investigation.
Recognizes artifacts and take appropriate steps to eliminate them.
Recognizes and documents any abnormal clinical manifestations during testing procedure.
Obtains clearly defined responses, measures and marks distances and waveform latencies and calculates accurate conduction velocities.
Recognizes abnormal nerve conduction waveforms and abnormalities.
Monitors level of patient cooperation and effect on data. Uses methods to increase patient cooperation / relaxation
Achievess and maintains EMG Registration according to department standards.
Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.