EEG Technician

Min USD $25.72/Hr. Max USD $39.86/Hr. Overview Prepares patients for and conducts routine EEG procedures; collects data pertinent to the interpretation of test results. Schedule Full Time, Day Shift 7:00am-5:30pm Rotating Weekends Qualifications Education and/or Other Requirements High school graduate or equivalent. Competency in EEG testing. Current CPR certification. Environmental Factors This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposure to irritating, unpleasant, or hazardous elements or conditions. Exposure to hazardous or potentially injurious elements or conditions is limited. Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee will frequently be required to lift, push or pull weight of 5 to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to walk, bend or stand. Ability to transport and assist with transfer of patients for testing procedures. Ability to move quickly to patient's side during an emergency. Ability to attend to visual details. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to receive and comprehend written and oral communications. Mental Demands Plan sequence of operations or actions. Comprehend written basic instructions, safety rules, office memoranda at a high school graduate level. Ability to compose written communication using standard business English at a high school graduate level. Ability to comprehend verbal sentences and instructions at a high school graduate level. Ability to converse in Standard English at a high school graduate level. Ability to work under stress and to adapt to changing conditions. Responsibilities Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Basic knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, basic electronics, pattern recognition, EEG instrumentation, and pharmacological conditions that influence EEG procedures. Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to multi-task. Ability to deal with severely ill patients. General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality - Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. Judgment - displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Problem solving - Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration - Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. Supervision - ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a