Job Description
Overview Hours: PRN Various, 6p-6:30a Either Wed or Saturday (1 shift per week)
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II holds a R.EEGT. and is responsible for performing Electroencephalograms (EEGs) studies in the Laboratory and at the bedside of patients. May also perform video/EEG monitoring, and ambulatory monitoring, etc. Video Long Term Monitoring (LTM) experience. Is qualified to provide a descriptive analysis of the waveforms and patterns relevant to their credential, however, is not responsible for interpretation or clinical correlation of the data
Responsibilities Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions
- Testing
* Sets up and performs test procedures with little to no supervision.
* Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations.
* Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit.
* Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied.
* Can use photic stimulation and hyperventilation appropriately.
* Understands why and how to repair or fill bad electrodes.
* Removes electrodes and cleans up the patient after the EEG done to practice protocols and safety standards.
* Familiar with the protocols for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files.
* Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and intervenes if appropriate.
* Maintains the patient?s safety through communication to other patient care support staff during the EEG if needed
* Contacts higher level staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit.
* Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures.
* Performs any other related duties that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level and trains new staff as requested. - Communication
* Calls the Bio-med department with any equipment problems and maintenance issues.
* Communicates with the physicians regarding the EEG study results - General requirements
* Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
* Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
* Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
* Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
* Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
* Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
* Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
* Observes infection prevention precautions - Customer Service
* Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
* Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
* Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
* Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients.
* Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
* Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately - Professional Development
* Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
* Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
* Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
* Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
* Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements
Required for All Jobs
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Qualifications Required Minimum Education
- High school diploma or equivilant Required
- American Epilepsy Society EMU Caring Modules Preferred
Required Minimum Experience
- Minimum 1 year Clinical Experience performing EEG Required
Required Minimum Skills
- Strong well-developed communications skills. Medium
- Well developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge (keyboard skills), customer service, ability to function without much supervision. Medium
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
- Basic Life Support 2.00 Required 2.00
- Reg Electrncphlgrphc Tech Required
- BLS - Provisional Required
- BLS - Instructor Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications
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