Electroencephalography - EEG - Technologist (Allied)

EEG Technologist

Required travel experience. Days, 7a-3:30p, 5x8s, 40 hours. 1 year of previous patient care/healthcare experience required. 3-5 years EEG lab experience preferred BLS & R. EEG T,R. EP T required.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Cardio/Pulmonary/Neurology/Sleep Disorders, performs a variety of electroencephalographic (EEG) and neurological testing procedures on in-patients and outpatients.

Job Functions:

• Performs Standard EEG's, Auditory and Visual Evoked Response, Median-Tibial Somato-sensory testing as individual tests or "Full Battery" which comprises all of the above (except EEG). These are performed on in-patients and outpatients of all ages in accordance with Emerson Hospital and Neurology Departmental policies and Procedures.
• Technologists trained and certified in EPT will perform standard EEG testing. EEG technologists who are not trained/certified to do so, shall not perform EPT.
• Educates the patient/patient family on the testing process.
• Performs clerical duties as required including scheduling, billing, and filing reports.
• Participates in CQI initiatives.
• Participates in departmental education and training.
• Assesses the quality of testing and testing equipment.
• Maintains and supports patient's rights to care, privacy and respect.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Graduate of a two year program in EEG and/or Evoked Potential Testing recognized by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) preferred.