EEG Technician - FT - Days - JDCH

EEG Technologist

Location: Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Job Description

Performs electroencephalograph (EEG) testing.*8-10 hour days, 4-5 days per week.- Weekend on call hours - Prior experience in EEG preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs long-term video EEG monitoring on patients, demonstrating proficiency in the International 10-20 system. Performs job functions following the 'Guidelines for EEG and Long Term Neuro-Diagnostic Monitoring in Epilepsy' as set by the American Society of Electro-Neuro-Diagnostic Technologists.Identifies and corrects artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.Attaches and connects electrodes on the head from EEG machine. Performs prescribed testing.Performs data retrieval and reduction operations and video EEG recordings prepared in a form suitable for interpretation by the physician.Reviews patient's history and educates patient about procedure. Monitors and documents patient's condition and responds to and reports any seizure symptoms.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required. Other Information: JDCH Department Specific: ABRET Registry EligibleAdditional Education Info: Graduate of or enrolled in an Electro-neuro-diagnostic technology program accredited by Commission Accreditation on Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a clinically equivalent program ( i.e. hospital-based program)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Bending and Stooping = 60%

Climbing = 0%

Keyboard Entry = 60%

Kneeling = 40%

Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%

Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%

Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%

Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%

Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%

Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%

Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%

Reaching = 60%

Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%

Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%

Running = 40%

Sitting = 60%

Squatting = 60%

Standing = 60%

Walking = 60%

Audible Speech = 60%

Hearing Acuity = 60%

Smelling Acuity = 0%

Taste Discrimination = 0%

Depth Perception = 60%

Distinguish Color = 60%

Seeing - Far = 60%

Seeing - Near = 60%

Bio hazardous Waste = 60%

Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%

Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%

Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%

Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%

Asbestos = 0%

Cytotoxic Chemicals = 40%

Dust = 40%

Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%

Hazardous Chemicals = 40%

Hazardous Medication = 20%

Latex = 40%

Computer Monitor = 60%

Domestic Animals = 40%

Extreme Heat/Cold = 20%

Fire Risk = 20%

Hazardous Noise = 0%

Heating Devices = 20%

Hypoxia = 0%

Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%

Magnetic Fields = 40%

Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%

Needles/Sharp Objects = 40%

Potential Electric Shock = 40%

Potential for Physical Assault = 20%

Radiation = 40%

Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%

Unprotected Heights = 0%

Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift: Days

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