Registered Electroencephalogram Tech – Imaging Neurophys EEG

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Description

Summary:

Performs complex EEG and Evoked Potential procedures that meet the established standards published by the American Society EEG Technology (ASET). Clerical duties in support of above.

Responsibilities:

• Calibrates and adjusts equipment to meet recording standards and documents variances.
• Establishes rapport with patient and family to create an appropriate recording atmosphere. Documents relevant medical history. Instructs patient in proper follow-up care.
• Determines electrode placement according to the International 10-20 System. Independently modifies placement to meet the needs of each test.
• Records EEG and other physiological phenomenon so the localization and diagnosis are facilitated.
• Recognizes and documents as an ongoing process all relevant physiologic state. Eliminates or monitors all artifacts.
• Prepares an analysis of technical aspects of the recording to aid in accurate reading.
• Following the criteria published by ASET -The Neurodiagnostic Society, performs electrical cerebral silence (brain death) studies that meet or exceed standards.
• Participates fully in hospital and department Quality Management, Infection Control, and Safety programs.
• Recognizes the essential difference between appropriate patient education and the inappropriate giving of medical advice.
• Ensures that appropriate reading neurologist has access to EEG recording.
• Ensures that EEG data is sent to storage service using appropriate secure system.
• Confirms that EEG has been read and report is in patient’s medical record.

Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• 2 years EEG and Evoked Potential experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in EEG
• Must be computer literate and have working knowledge of general office equipment
• Requires a working knowledge of various software applications such as Cerner, Affinity, hospital software applications, Internet, excel and word
• Effective human relation skills
• Effective telephone skills
• Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Certification by American Board of Registered EEG Technologists.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time