Neurodiagnostics Tech II or III

Job Description

Job Description

Full Time, 8am-4:30pm, includes 1 week of call per month

Neurodiagnostic Technologist II

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II performs a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures including electroencephalograms (EEGs), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and assistance with electromyography (EMG) procedures. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate data acquisition, patient safety, equipment maintenance, physician support, and timely documentation while providing exceptional patient-centered care.

Essential Job Duties

1. Performs routine and specialized EEG studies according to established protocols
2. Performs nerve conduction studies independently within scope of training and credentialing. Assists physicians during EMG procedures
3. Recognizes, documents, and correct technical artifacts
4. Ensure studies meet quality standards prior to physician interpretation
5. Demonstrates age-specific competencies for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
6. Completes all required documentation accurately and timely
7. Maintains neurodiagnostic equipment, performs routine calibration and quality control checks
8. Participates in quality improvement initiatives
9. Demonstrates commitment to organizational values and patient experience goals

Education

• Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology, Health Sciences such as respiratory therapy, or related field
• Graduate of an accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program preferred.

Certification Neurodiagnostic Technologist II

• Registration eligible with required certification obtained within 1 year of hire
• Registered Respiratory Therapist with successful completion of MUSC EEG training program and demonstrated competencies with neurodiagnostic lab procedures

Experience

• One year of neurodiagnostic testing experience preferred.
• Experience with outpatient EEG, EMG, and NCS procedures preferred.
• Strong patient communication skills.
• Ability to recognize technical artifacts and abnormal findings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards.

Neurodiagnostic Technologist III

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist performs a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures including electroencephalograms (EEGs), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and assistance with electromyography (EMG) procedures. This position assists with implementation of new equipment, testing modalities, and workflow improvements and collaborates with neurologists and referring providers to improve service delivery and patient access.

Essential Job Duties

1. Performs routine and specialized EEG studies according to established protocols
2. Performs nerve conduction studies independently within scope of training and credentialing. Assists physicians during EMG procedures
3. Recognizes, documents, and correct technical artifacts
4. Conducts quality audits of studies for technical adequacy and documentation compliance.
5. Demonstrates age-specific competencies for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
6. Completes all required documentation accurately and timely
7. Maintains neurodiagnostic equipment, performs routine calibration and quality control checks
8. Serves as a department resource for difficult studies and complex EMG workflows. Precepts and mentors new team members, students, and trainees.
9. Demonstrates commitment to organizational values and patient experience goals

Education

• Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology, Health Sciences such as respiratory therapy, or related field
• Graduate of an accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program preferred.

Certification (One or more required)

• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R. EEG T.)
• Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT)
• Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R. NCS. T.)

Experience

• Three or more years of neurodiagnostic testing are preferred.
• Experience with outpatient EEG, EMG, and NCS procedures preferred.
• Strong patient communication skills.
• Ability to recognize technical artifacts and abnormal findings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards