Neurodiagnostic Assistant - PRN

Job Responsibilities Diagnostic Evaluations - Possesses the ability to independently and accurately hook a patient up to EEG equipment and start the study, ensuring network access. Job Knowledge and Skills - Performs neurodiagnostic testing procedures. Maintains currency in the field through continued education such as participation in credentialed courses and attending seminars. Understands and practices appropriate emergency-response actions and always ensures patient safety. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment. Can operate independently, utilize resources, and efficiently produce quality work. Training of new staff is within the scope of this position. Other duties as assigned. Lab and Equipment Maintenance - Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems, makes repairs or reports issues to leadership promptly. Maintains necessary supplies and equipment. Ensures that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients, and families. EEG Acquisition - Measures, marks, and accurately apply, and removes electrodes in a responsible, efficient and caring manner, according to the international 10-20 system. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards. Writes a comprehensive patient history. Explains test procedure to patient and family members. Possesses the ability to independently perform routine, ICU and LTME studies on all patient populations including neonates, critical care patients, and patients with behavior difficulties, according to the laboratory\'s standards. Documentation and Data Management - Accurately enter patient information into database. Can navigate Epic and Natus and utilize appropriate data. Capable of documentation in EEG record of events. Job Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of departmental training program and Core Curriculum established by ASET within 18 months of hire No directly related experience Must obtain BLS Certification within 1 month of hire and maintain BLS Certification Neurodiagnostic Assistants must successfully obtain the ABRET (American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists) credentialing for Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire into this position and it must be maintained moving forward Primary Location Burnet Campus Schedule Part time Shift Rotating (United States of America) Department Neurology Employee Status Stand By

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