Neurodiagnostic Technologist II PRN

Joining AdventHealth

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Job Description:

• Measures neurological responses to external stimuli and trace electrical pathways.
• Scans, correlates, and clips studies accurately. Observes EEG tracings and respond appropriately to seizure activity.
• Explains testing procedures to patients and families using age-appropriate guidelines.
• Performs studies with appropriate documentation, observes patients, troubleshoots equipment and physiological artifacts, and utilizes appropriate resources.
• Evaluates recorded diagnostic data and reports abnormal findings to nurses and physicians.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate actions to respond to evolving patient care needs.
• Teaches and directs the work of other staff and students as requested.
• Maintains diagnostic testing equipment and supplies.
• Conducts long-term monitoring in epilepsy and intensive/critical care units.
• Monitors patients in Epilepsy Monitoring Units (EMUs) while adhering to protocols and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintains accurate archive and retrieval systems for original EEG tracings.
• Attends monthly staff meetings and other meetings as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure that information is obtained and presented accurately
• Ability to use technologies to measure brain activities and circulation
• Ability to train and mentor staff and students through specialized imaging
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to perform quality END procedures to include but not limited to EEG, Ambulatory EEG, LTM, and NCS following ACNS and AANEM guidelines
• Organizational skills
• Verbal interpersonal skills
• Customer relations skills
• Proficiency in grammar/spelling
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Keyboarding (manual) skills
• Computer (visual) skills

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 2+ experience in performance of procedures in a patient care environment [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Electroencephalography Technician (REEGT) [Preferred]
• American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic & Evoked Potential Technologis (ABRET) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements -

Pay Range:

$21.77 - $40.48

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

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This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.