Setup Technician

About the Job Responsible for the preparation of the patient conducting various electroneurodiagnostic studies and the collection of information pertinent to the interpretations of tests. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Performs Electroencephalogram (EEG) studies including long‑term epilepsy monitoring, ECS recordings, evoked potentials, intra‑operative monitoring, ambulatory EEG with special parameter monitoring (END) for adult, pediatric, neonatal in/out patients and other special studies under the supervision of the lab and on the nursing units. Summarizes the patient's neurologic status and clinical history from the chart, patient, or other knowledgeable person and explains the recording procedure to the patient and any family members present. Explains the recording procedure to the patient and any family members present. Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on patient history, clinical observations and END findings. Provides appropriate patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizures and other emergency situations. Ability to differentiate with supervision artifacts from cerebral waveforms, troubleshoots and corrects technically related problems. Ability to recognize with appropriate training critical events related to sleep pathology and seizure disorders as well as medical emergencies that arise during the study. Ensures electrical safety of the patient at all times. Follows infection control and OSHA standards and guidelines. Completes all necessary record keeping and storing of records or graphs. Keeps equipment in clean operating condition, performs maintenance and minor repair of laboratory equipment and reports the need for major repairs, equipment and supplies to the supervisor. Participates in orientation and training of other staff and attends conferences, technical meetings and other educational activities. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Assumes other duties as assigned. Minimal Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's degree preferable in a related science field. One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience. Experience Less than 1 year 6 months experience working in the neurodiagnostic field required. One year of relevant professional‑level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education. Licenses and Certifications CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 days required. Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Current knowledge of basic EEG evoked‑potentials and nerve conduction studies. Must be able to follow detailed instructions. Able to establish good rapport with patients, public, and staff. Must be comfortable conducting studies on severely ill patients. Hiring Range USD $25.86 - USD $46.12 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr