Registered Neurodiagnostic Specialist
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Summary
Responsible and accountable for the performance of high quality routine, complex neurodiagnostic procedures with a certification in Long Term Monitoring (CLTM) modalities and/or Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (IONM) under minimal supervision, to include accurate patient measurements and electrode application, precise recordings, proper adjustment of equipment and testing procedure to reflect patient need and/or clinical physiology, enabling physician to make proper interpretation of study. Must be flexible to cross cover sites and assigned shifts.
Job description
Summary
Responsible and accountable for the performance of high quality routine, complex neurodiagnostic procedures with a certification in Long Term Monitoring (CLTM) modalities and/or Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (IONM) under minimal supervision, to include accurate patient measurements and electrode application, precise recordings, proper adjustment of equipment and testing procedure to reflect patient need and/or clinical physiology, enabling physician to make proper interpretation of study. Must be flexible to cross cover sites and assigned shifts.
Job Duties
- Provides critical care monitoring to ensure high quality ICU/cEEG recording in correlation to the clinical condition of the critical care patient.
- According to policy and procedures performs high quality neurodiagnostic procedures.
- Technologists knows indications for LTME, diagnosis of epilepsy, classification of seizures, localization of seizures, seizure surface or implanted electrodes, cortical function using electrical stimulation.
- According to policy and procedure, prepare patient for testing by performing proper application of scalp according to the 10-20 International System of Electrode Placement as well as recording and stimulating electrodes for Evoked Potential procedures.
- Adheres to all polices and procedures and participates in all mandatory programs.
- Ensures documentation is accurate and complete and performs a variety of clerical tasks.
- Exhibits behaviors and attitude critical to successful role proficiency.
- Utilizes effective communication skills in all interpersonal interaction with physicians, clinical staff, fellow employees, hospital staff and the public.
- Performs other duties/goals as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate's Degree Successful completion of a Neurodiagnostic program or an Associates Degree in Health Care or related field. or
- Current Registration in EEG.
- Completion of ASET-Neurodiagnostic Society curriculum of 10 modules for Long Term Monitoring/ICU to obtain Certification.
- 3 years experience in neurodiagnostic testing
- Ability to problem solve using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and work independently as well as interdependently with physicians, co-workers, and other clinical staff.
- Detail oriented with efficient computer skills.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
- CLTM - Certificat in Neurophysiologic Long Term Monitoring - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Health Care or related field, or successful completion of a Neurodiagnostic program
- Current Registration in EEG
- Completion of ASET-Neurodiagnostic Society curriculum of 10 modules for Long Term Monitoring/ICU to obtain Certification
- 3 years experience in neurodiagnostic testing
- Ability to problem solve using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles
- Ability to work independently and interdependently with physicians, co-workers, and other clinical staff
- Detail oriented with efficient computer skills
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
- CLTM - Certification in Neurophysiologic Long Term Monitoring - State of Pennsylvania upon hire
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Company overview
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a major healthcare provider and hospital network based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, serving the Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania regions. Founded in 1899, LVHN operates as a comprehensive healthcare system with 13 hospital campuses, 28 health centers, numerous primary and specialty care physician practices, and multiple urgent care locations. The network's flagship facility, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, is Pennsylvania's third-largest hospital and features the state's first Level One Trauma Center. LVHN provides a wide range of medical services including specialized institutes for cancer care, heart and vascular treatment, surgical excellence, orthopedics, and neuroscience. The network operates the third-largest heart surgery program in Pennsylvania, performing over 1,200 open-heart procedures annually, and maintains one of the state's largest cancer centers treating over 2,400 new patients each year. In August 2024, LVHN completed a merger with Jefferson Health, becoming part of a larger healthcare system with 32 hospitals and over 700 locations across Pennsylvania. Prior to the merger, LVHN was the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan region, with approximately 20,000 employees dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community.