Neurodiagnostic Lab Tech/EEG

Job Summary

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is responsible for performing Electroencephalograms (EEGs) studies in the Laboratory and at the bedside of patients. Also, performs video/EEG monitoring, and ambulatory monitoring, etc. Is qualified to provide a descriptive analysis of the waveforms and patterns relevant to their credential, however, is not responsible for interpretation or clinical correlation of the data.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Testing

• Sets up and performs test procedures with little to no supervision. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations.
• 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 be applied.
• Can use photic stimulation and hyperventilation appropriately.
• Understands why and how to repair or fill bad electrodes.
• Removes electrodes and cleans up the patient after the EEG done to practice protocols and safety standards.
• Familiar with the protocols for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files.
• Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and intervenes if appropriate.
• Maintains the patients safety through communication to other patient care support staff during the EEG if needed.
• Contacts higher level staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit.
• Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures.
• Performs any other related duties that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level.

General Requirements

• Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
• Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
• Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
• Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
• Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Observes infection prevention precautions.

Customer Service

• Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
• Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
• Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
• Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
• Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately.

Communication

• Calls the Bio-med department with any equipment problems and maintenance issues.
• Communicates with the physicians regarding the EEG study results.
• Attends and actively participates in monthly department staff meetings.

Professional Development

• Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
• Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
• Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
• Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
• Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.