Eeg Neuro Tech - Prn, Evenings

Description:Evenings and every other weekendJOB PURPOSE: Performs standard Electroencephalographic (EEG) procedures on inpatients and outpatients as ordered by a physician.
Able to provide indirect care by acquisition of EEG tracings for infant, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.Qualifications:MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: High school graduate or GED equivalentOne (1) year of experience in EEG TechnologistADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Completion of one year of electroencephalography schoolMINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: BLS Required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Registered in one area of neurodiagnostics through ABRET preferred.KEY EEG RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Performs EEGs.2.
Prepares EEGs for physician reading.3.
Completes documentation.4.
Function as a member of the EEG team.5.
Perform patient chart review and patient interview.6.
Perform lead placement and review impedance.7.
Communicate with others in the lab, nursing and physician staff.8.
Manage the environment by keeping equipment clean and in working order.9.
Possibility for occasional on-call time for urgent/stat EEGs ordered by neurologist.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESSkill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in-writing.Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.Ability to work as a member of a teamSkill and ability in Microsoft applications.Disclaimer The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.
It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.