Neurophysiology Technologist II - PRN

General Description:

Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of Neurophysiology procedures that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve and brain disorders.

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to this position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• The Neurophysiology Technologist II is responsible for performing competently two or more modalities of Neurophysiology studies, including but not limited to EEG, EMU, LTM, ECI, and pruning Studies

• Responsible for: patient preparation, education, maintaining Neurophysiology department, troubleshooting, and cleaning of equipment.

• Cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary to record and identify various Neurophysiology data, analyze study activity, making notations to indicate any disorder or artifact in various study settings

• Ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism

• Trains and performs as a preceptor for new hires and assists Physicians, Nurse practitioner, Manager, and technologists as needed.

• Responsible for setting, adjusting and operating equipment during procedure and for a procedure.

• Function in other areas within the Neurophysiology department as needed including but not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.

• Cares for all age groups, sets-up, prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used maintains patients files. Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in science or health related field preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years experience. Two (2) or more years of experience in the Neurophysiology/Neurodiagnostics/Polysomnography field preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist or Board eligible according to ASET Pathways.

• Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist strongly preferred within 3 years.

• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide outstanding patient care.

• Some general knowledge of physiology.

• Good verbal and written communication skills that allow relaying of information in a clear, concise, and calm manner.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and physicians.

• Basic knowledge of computers.