Neurodiagnostic Technologist EMG

Description

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Neurology

• Under a physician's direction, the technologist performs adult/pediatric Neurodiagnostic testing including Nerve Conduction Studies, Autonomic Nervous System Testing (QSART, Valsalva Maneuver, Heart Rate, Deep breathing and Tilt table testing), EEG and other special studies as needed. The technologist is responsible for: explaining the test procedure to the patient, providing patient education, applying all recording, monitoring and stimulating electrodes, recognizing and eliminating artifact, calibrating all equipment used and troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions, selecting appropriate amplifier settings and obtaining quality data. The technologist must provide technical descriptions of studies.

Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of neuro-anatomy and physiology, basic electronics, and electrical safety, general knowledge of instrumentation pattern, recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence testing.

• Verifies patient, physician's orders and gathers appropriate information form chart and/or interviews the patient/caregiver to provide accurate history.

• Inventory of supplies, check all equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness including corrections of malfunctions.

• Performs Neurodiagnostic tests according to standards of the laboratory; Including Nerve conduction studies, autonomic testing, scanning for the specific neuromuscular ultrasound studies selected by the physician.

• Provides technical interpretation of results and communicates urgent findings immediately with interpreting Physicians.

• Assists with special studies, participates in training technologist, fellows, residents under the supervision of the EMG coordinator and lab medical director.

• Records EEG according to standards of the laboratory including the 10-20 system provides initial interpretation of results and communicates urgent findings immediately with Epilepsy physicians. Reviews EEG files and saves appropriate sections for physician review which may include clipping and pruning for long term monitoring (LTM)

• Responsible for scheduling appointments for patient testing and maintaining communication across the inpatient units.

• Responsible for charting, routing reports and billing accuracy/timeliness.

• Participates in teaching conferences and technical meetings. Maintains CEUs/Credentials.

• Responsible for adhering to State & Federal regulations and successful compliance of these regulatory agencies

Credentials:

• BCLS (required)

• Must achieve registry in EEG or CNCT within 2 years of hire (required)

• Registered/Certification in Nerve conduction studies (R. NCS T. or CNT) or Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist R. EEG T. (preferred).

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Associate's degree Science or Neurodiagnostic related field (preferred). Intensive care unit experience. Must be proficient in non-imaging TCDs (preferred)

• Completion of an accredited Neurodiagnostic program or 3+ years of prior experience in an outpatient EMG Lab (required)

When applying to this position, upload your current BLS/CPR certification. And if applicable, your current R.NCS T. or CNT or R.EEG.T

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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