Neurodiagnostic Technologist, Neurology

Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Wentworth Health Partners Coastal Neurology Services has been providing adults and children with comprehensive and trusted care since 1983. Our board-certified physicians specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and management of an array of neurological disorders, including headaches, epilepsy, autism, ADHD, neuromuscular disease, neuropathy, sleep disorders, small-fiber polyneuropathy, stroke and more. Our Neurology practices are located at 10 Members Way in Dover, NH, and 73 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth, NH.

We are seeking a 40-hour Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join our Neurology team Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm.

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist role requires a strong clinical background, ideally with experience in neurodiagnostics such as EEG, sleep technology, or related autonomic testing. This position is primarily focused on autonomic testing. Responsibilities include preparing and educating patients prior to testing, conducting autonomic tests (with autonomic studies lasting up to two hours), monitoring blood pressure and heart rate, placing electrodes, stocking and maintaining testing rooms, and managing supplies and inventory. Training will take place in Portsmouth, where autonomic testing is currently based, with the ideal candidate able to support both Portsmouth and Dover locations as needed. A provider is always on-site during testing, and the technician will work alongside nursing staff and another experienced technician.

The technologist will measure the heart rate and blood pressure of the patient who will be exposed to a variety of stimuli that are controlled by the technologist such as deep breathing, active standing, and passive head-up tilting on a tilt-table. In addition, the technologist will perform a sympathetic skin response test that will evaluate and record the galvanic response from the skin. The technician will be responsible preparing the patient for all autonomic testing in the lab as well as providing explanations of what to expect. When the exams are complete, the technologist organizes the data into a report.

Responsible for performing standard electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations (includes routine awake and sleep EEGs, portable EEGs, long term monitoring bedside EEGs, and EMU) on both outpatients and inpatients. Responsibilities include test set up, electrode application, conduction of tests and the collection of information pertinent to the interpretation of the tests.

Essential Functions:

• Collects patients medical information needed to customize tests.
• Indicates artifacts or interferences derived from sources outside of the brain such as poor electrode contacts or patient movement on electroneurodiagnostic recordings.
• Monitors patients during tests or surgeries using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments, or video recording equipment.
• Conducts tests to determine cerebral death, the absence of brain activity, or the probability of recovery from a coma.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots, or repairs equipment and corrects equipment malfunctions.

Qualifications:

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist [R. EEG T.] - ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation preferred Experience Experience as a neurodiagnostic technologist 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Possess analytical skills to evaluate test results and understand patient needs. - Excellent listening and communication skills both verbal and written. - Demonstrate efficient knowledge of all equipment operation, tools and procedures specific to assigned area, and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise. - Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal professional relationships with physicians, management, peers, patients, and their families. - Demonstrate strong customer service skills, including the ability to use appropriate judgment, independent thinking and creativity when resolving issues and conflict. - Must have to ability to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.

Additional Job Details (if applicable):

Strongly Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate is proficient in obtaining accurate EKG tracings and can recognize life-threatening arrhythmias as well as EKG artifacts. They demonstrate excellent patient interaction and communication skills. The candidate is also able to enter data quickly and accurately and is competent in measuring blood pressure.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

10 Members Way

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.99 - $29.99/Hourly

Grade

5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.