Neurodiagnostic Technologist - PRN, Days - Kalamazoo and Battle Creek clinical locations

Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Under general supervision and in accordance with established procedures, conducts and provides technical expertise in diagnostic electro-encephalographic (EEG), electromyography (EMG), evoked potential, interoperative monitoring (IOM), and other neurological tests conducted in the department. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3 years experience and/or training in the hospital or elsewhere to learn the many aspects of neurodiagnostics practiced at Bronson (EEG, EMG, Evoked Potential, IOM); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be certified/registered in at least one area of Neurodiagnostics: EEG (R. EEGT), EMG (R. EDT), or IOM (CNIM) within 3 years after you meet ABRET, AAET, ABEM eligibility requirements

BLS required within six months after hire

Direct neurodiagnostic (EEG) experience preferred at this time.

Possess the ability to operate a Personal Computer and basic computer programs used in the department.

Must demonstrate excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians and other in sometimes difficult or sensitive situation, including verbal and written communication, problem solving and assertiveness.

Must have a customer service orientation.

Must demonstrate leadership and organization skills including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures.

Must demonstrate a positive attitude

Work which produces very high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g. CRT work between 70 and 90 percent of the time, and work involving extremely close tolerances and considerable hand/eye coordination for sustained periods of time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

Greets patients, escorts patients to testing room and explains the examination process and procedures.

Conducts electroencephalograms (EEGs) and other neurological tests, such as evoked potentials, electrocerebral silence, nasopharyngeal, brain mapping, sleep deprivation, ambulatory, and long-term video monitoring EEGs. Nerve conduction studies/EMGs, electrooculograms (EOGs), interoperative monitoring (IOM), and other Neurological tests on inpatients and outpatients.

Operates appropriate equipment and recording instruments to conduct and record testing.

Monitors patient response on recording tracings, oscilloscopes, and other electronic equipment.

Carefully observes patient response/behavior during testing process either directly or via closed circuit TV. Records observational notes on tracing or graphs to eliminate from consideration physiological measurements caused by such activities as sudden noises, opening eyes during sleep tests, body movements, etc.

Recognizes arrhythmias, abnormal respiratory patterns, any convulsive movements or other signs of distress; calls physician or other emergency personnel if needed.

Studies data, prepares written reports and/or enters information into computer detailing tests performed, summarizing data, and other pertinent information, such as patient's medical history, completed patient questionnaires, previous tests conducted, presence and type of abnormality for analysis by physician or other health professional.

Maintains the patient testing area in a clean and orderly fashion. Disposes of contaminated materials, changes linen, cleans electrodes, and prepares diagnostics area for next patient.

Maintains instruments and equipment in a clean and functional condition. Performs minor repairs calibrations, and adjustments on equipment. Brings to the attention of supervisor the need for special service or maintenance.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of developments in Neurodiagnostic techniques.

Demonstrates or oversees the on the job training for Neurodiagnostic Technologists that have been newly hired or need additional training needs for new procedures.

Demonstrates excellent customer service when answering the phone.

Shift

First Shift

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Cost Center

3750 Neurodiagnostics (BMH)