Neurodiagnostic Tech

Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Utilizes a variety of specialized technical skills in order to perform Neurodiagnostic (ND) procedures without direct supervision. Prepares patients for and conducts both routine and specialized ND procedures in one area of specialization (EEG, EMG). Must meet competency standards in designated area of specialization within 6 months of hire date. Competency requirements include both adult and pediatric/neonate patients. Assists the medical staff with the performance of complex procedures. Provides the physicians of the Neuro Labs with the technical data necessary to achieve a diagnosis. Assists in the technical training of house staff and technician trainees. Assists in developing and performing new or difficult procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:

1. Must meet ONE of the following educational requirements:

• Associates Degree, preferably in an Allied Health Field
• Graduate of a program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP ND)
• Completion of ASET EEG Core Curriculum

2. Must be certified in ONE of the following or obtain within two (2) years of hire into ND Tech role :

• Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) OR the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET)
• Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) through American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM)
• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T) through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET)

3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:

1. Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Allied Health Field

2. Graduate of a program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP ND) Program

3. Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T) through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) upon hire

4. ASET member of the Neurodiagnostic Society

Core Duties and Responsibilities

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Coordinates and prioritizes scheduling of both inpatient and outpatient procedures while ensuring proper document flow and storage according to established departmental guidelines.

2. Assures the completion of all patient testing procedures coordinating the inpatient demand with outpatient schedule within established time frames, as observed by supervision.

3. Documents procedure performed in the patient chart within established guidelines, as observed by supervision.

4. Evaluates and analyzes the final report in order to facilitate proper billing procedures in a timely and accurate manner, as monitored by supervision.

5. Obtains necessary information from the clinical record, requisition, or by directly questioning the patient in order to enable the technologist to be aware of any special circumstances involved and to achieve a quality study so as to facilitate the completion of a final report, as monitored by supervision.

6. Performs ND procedures in one area of specialization (EEG or EMG) in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Neuro Labs, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the facility under potentially emergent conditions, thus demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned area. Must meet all competencies related to the designated area of specialization (EEG or EMG).

7. Assures the accurate recording of the electrical impulses of the neurological system by:

• Exercising a thorough knowledge of the impulses being recorded.
• Demonstrating proper set-up for the designated test(s).
• Detecting and eliminating artifact.
• Selecting electrode combinations based on the type of study performed.
• Describing normal and abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the procedure.
• Utilizing a variety of activating procedures.
• Interacting with each patient on an individual basis so as to obtain the best cooperative effort possible in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines, as monitored by supervision.

8. Prepare initial data for use by the physician in the formulation of ND reports according to established departmental guidelines as monitored by supervision.

9. Informs the patient and family regarding the nature and significance of the procedure to be performed, as observed by supervision.

10. Accurately observes, records, and reports all patient concerns, symptoms, reactions in a timely manner, as monitored by supervision.

11. Performs or assists with new or technically difficult procedures in one area of specialization (EEG or EMG). Assists in the development of new procedures.

12. Demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department policies and procedures.

13. Participates in the cleaning and maintenance of all equipment, detecting instrument malfunctions, making minor adjustments, and reporting the need for any repairs in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines as monitored by supervision.

14. Participates in educational and inservice opportunities continuously working towards increasing the professional level of patient care rendered and acquiring a better understanding of the services and functions of the Neuro Labs.

15. Reviews educational materials on hand, on a self-paced basis maintaining an acceptable grade average and meeting other standards of academic performance determined by the department, as monitored by supervision.

16. Maintains Continuing Education (CEU) requirements as determined by the department, as monitored by supervision.

17. Performs study or assists with the performance of the research activity as per specific protocol guidelines maintaining proper documentation, as monitored by supervision.

18. Assists in providing inservices regarding the principles of ND procedures in area of specialization (EEG or EMG) and equipment operation to members of the professional medical community.

19. Assists in the instruction and hands-on technical training of ND trainees, house staff, and medical staff from both within the institution and from the outside professional medical community providing inservices on the principles of ND procedures and equipment operation.

20. Participates in planning and implementing change and maintaining and improving productivity through attendance and participation in staff meetings, committees, task forces, projects, and discussions with supervisor, as monitored by supervision.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to lift, push, or pull minimum of 40 pounds.

2. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Performs ND procedures in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Neuro Labs, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the facility under potentially emergent conditions.

Skills and Abilities

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

2. Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center: 8080 UHC Neuro Neurology

Address: 327 Medical Park DriveBridgeportWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry