EEG Technologist

Job Description

This position must organize and perform Neurodiagnostic testing in the Lab and hospital Units, and maintain the departments work area needs for supplies, charging, scheduling, training and record keeping.

Responsibilities

1. Performs quality non-invasive EEG testing, following established protocols.

Includes patient assessment for physical and educational needs, recognizing

artifacts and choosing the appropriate testing parameters within the requested

protocol in order to maximize the diagnostic value to the referring physician.

2. Coordinates EEG lab functions to assure consistent availability of services.

Services are scheduled and delivered in a timely fashion. Attendance is in

compliance to the hospital time and attendance policy, and regular agreed

upon work hours effectively maintained. Communication skills are professional

and effective when interacting with patients, referring physicians, and other

areas of the hospital. Reports are quickly distributed to interested parties.

Data is collected and maintained for performance improvement activities as

requested by the manager.

3. Maintains the physical and clerical needs of the work area. Equipment is kept

clean and in good working condition. All supplies needed are kept at

appropriate levels to maintain the workload. Orders and charges are input into

the HIS accurately. The patient files, database and study archives are well

kept and organized

4. Other duties and responsibilities. The EEG technologist must provide

expertise for appropriate review and update of procedures and department

practices. Some training and peer review responsibilities are required to

provide the department with competent staffing backup. Some assistance to

the manager is required for recommending equipment purchases as needed.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties. Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate.

List any special education required for this position.

EDUCATION : High School degree, but Associate degree in physiological sciences is preferred.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : One (1) year experience in EEG technology is preferred, however will train or cross train depending upon availability and experience of department staff.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Basic understanding of patient preparation and technique for routine EEG after 90 days in the position.

The person in this position must demonstrate an ability to make sound decisions and act on her / his own initiative. Knowledge of medical terminology, basic familiarity with computers, and good communication skills are preferred.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :

registration in EEG preferred but not required.