Description
Summary:
Performs complex EEG and Evoked Potential procedures that meet the established standards published by the American Society EEG Technology (ASET). Clerical duties in support of above.
Responsibilities:
- Calibrates and adjusts equipment to meet recording standards and documents variances.
-
Establishes rapport with patient and family to create an appropriate recording atmosphere. Documents relevant medical history. Instructs patient in proper follow-up care.
-
Determines electrode placement according to the International 10-20 System. Independently modifies placement to meet the needs of each test.
-
Records EEG and other physiological phenomenon so the localization and diagnosis are facilitated.
-
Recognizes and documents as an ongoing process all relevant physiologic state. Eliminates or monitors all artifacts.
-
Prepares an analysis of technical aspects of the recording to aid in accurate reading.
-
Following the criteria published by ASET -The Neurodiagnostic Society, performs electrical cerebral silence (brain death) studies that meet or exceed standards.
-
Participates fully in hospital and department Quality Management, Infection Control, and Safety programs.
-
Recognizes the essential difference between appropriate patient education and the inappropriate giving of medical advice.
-
Ensures that appropriate reading neurologist has access to EEG recording.
-
Ensures that EEG data is sent to storage service using appropriate secure system.
-
Confirms that EEG has been read and report is in patient’s medical record.
Requirements:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
- 2 years EEG and Evoked Potential experience preferred.
-
Demonstrated proficiency in EEG
-
Must be computer literate and have working knowledge of general office equipment
-
Requires a working knowledge of various software applications such as Cerner, Affinity, hospital software applications, Internet, excel and word
-
Effective human relation skills
-
Effective telephone skills
-
Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
- Certification by American Board of Registered EEG Technologists.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
