EEG Tech-Neurophysiology Tech

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Participates in a process of instruction and activity to perform Long Term Audio Visual monitoring via scalp and intracranial electrodes on adult and pediatric patients of the Epilepsy Surgery and Pediatric Monitoring Programs. Prepares equipment and supplies for such procedures. Provides assistance to physicians performing these and similar studies as required. Patient and family centered care (PFCC) at YNHH is demonstrated by working with patients and their families based on the 4 principles of PFCC: participation, dignity and respect, information sharing, and collaboration.

This includes providing service excellence by creating a great "First Impression" by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer groups including patients, families/friends, physicians, staff and support department personnel. Adheres to the "I Am YNHH" service excellence pledge and promotes a positive work environment.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• Performs duties associated with monitoring patients being evaluated during Continuous Audio Visual EEG Recording. Provides assistance to physicians performing these and similar studies as required.
• Prepares the patient and supplies prior to the process of Continuous Audio Visual EEG Monitoring, via scalp and/or intracranial electrodes.
• Follows established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe environment.
• Consistently demonstrates a complete knowledge of body mechanics as evidenced by no injuries sustained as a result of improper body mechanics in this evaluation period.

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Associate degree or higher is preferred or graduate of/enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited neurodiagnostic program. Students enrolled in or graduates of the YNHH School of Clinical Neurophysiology (SOCN) are preferred hires.

Three to four years of experience in a patient care function within a hospital or clinical setting, such as polysomnography (PSG), EMT, PCA, CNA, or similar position.

National board certification in EEG (REEGT) by ABRET-Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation Board or registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT) by BRPT (Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists) must be achieved within 2-years of hire, an essential requirement to advance to the Neurophysiology Technologist II position.

Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with troubleshooting network connectivity. Self-directed and collaborates well within a team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and professionally interact across platforms and roles in multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of and familiarity in clinical environments.