Neurodiagnostic Technician

Neurodiagnostic TechnologistThis position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing Neurodiagnostic testing to inpatients to include EEG testing.Job DutiesEnsures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.Performs routine and portable EEGs in accordance with current protocols on all age groups.Documents patient information on appropriate medical records and formsReviews each exam for technical accuracy and presents the completed exam to the appropriate physician, and communicates the exam report to the patient's physician/care giver when indicated.Participates in a call rotation for evening and weekend coverage for emergent Neurodiagnostic services.Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBroad knowledge of neuroanatomy and diseases of and injuries to central nervous systemProfessional ExperiencePrevious Neurodiagnostic lab experience preferred. Will consider a new program graduate.EducationEducation sufficient to obtain required certificationCommittee on Allied Health Educations and Accreditation preferredLicensure, Certification, RegistrationR.EEG T., RPSGT, or (TBD) certification required.Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse & Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.Physical RequirementsLight: Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequentlyPay Rate TypeHourlyMercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.