Neurodiagnostic Tech I

Location: Gilbert Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 12am-11:30pm Posting #: 1026201 Employee Type: PRN Position Summary The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is an entry to mid-level position in the Neurodiagnostic department. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I performs routine and complex EEG procedures according to facility policy and procedures; maintains patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. Communication skills and teamwork are essential for this position. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I works under the clinical and technical supervision of the Lead Neurodiagnostic Technologist and department Manager. Position Duties Performs procedures appropriate to the competence and credentials of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (EEG T., R. EEG T.). Provides a safe recording environment. Establishes rapport with the patient and the patient’s family; evaluates the patient, secures adequate history and physical information for the reading physician. Performs patient assessment as related to care, such as electrode fixation, product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function; knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored. Performs the EEG procedure according to the guidelines set forth by the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS). Communicates appropriately and effectively with patient and health care staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answer questions regarding the procedure. Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections; identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit; has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should they be applied. Maintains continuing education and competencies; acquires new competencies relative to industry standards in Electroneurodiagnostics. Maintains continuing education by reviewing literature and attending educational meetings for the latest accepted practices and electrical safety relevant to equipment and testing. Continued education: cross-trains in other modalities; works towards registry in Electroneurodiagnostics; works towards registry in other modalities. Participates in orienting and mentoring new team members and working with EEG students. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Position Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program, or an Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university in health care/science, or training in EEG at an accredited Health Care Facility and eligible for ABRET EEG board exam. One year EEG experience, which may include student clinical rotation or six months EEG experience which may include student clinical rotation and passed part I of the EEG certification board exam. Pediatric EEG experience. Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge. Effective communication skills, hard worker, and a team player. Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement – Climbing – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc.) – Frequently Physical Requirement – Hearing – Constantly Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Reaching – Frequently Physical Requirement – Sitting – Frequently Physical Requirement – Standing – Frequently Physical Requirement – Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Talking – Constantly Physical Requirement – Tasting/smelling – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Walking – Frequently Physical Requirement – Near Vision – Constantly Physical Requirement – Far Vision – Frequently Physical Requirement – Color Discrimination – Constantly Physical Requirement – Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Physical Requirement – Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme temperatures – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Confined areas – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme noise levels – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.