Neurodiagnostic Technician

Job Description

Join a team that delivers excellence.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

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Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

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Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

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\n Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

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\n LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

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\n Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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Summary \n
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Assists in determining electro-cerebral silence and performs these diagnostic tests with an instrument that records brain waves.

Job Duties \n

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• Complies with all HR policies, specifically the Code of Conduct Policy at all times.
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• Documents the working condition of a digital EEG instrument.
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• Assists in performing EMGs or nerve conduction testing.
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• Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments.
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• Complies with all Administrative and Departmental Policies at all times, specifically the Patient Rights Policy.
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• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration for use by the health care team.
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• Operates equipment safely and correctly and performs preventative maintenance reports on all functions.
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• Participates in Performance Improvement Activities as assigned by the PI representative.
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Minimum Qualifications \n

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• High School Diploma/GED
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• Proficiency in performing EEG testing on multiple patients.
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• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
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Physical Demands \n
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Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

\n Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. \n

\n Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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