EEG NDT Technologist

Neurodiagnostic Tech II Position Summary

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is an upper-level position in the Neurodiagnostic department. The Technologist performs routine and complex EEG procedures independently according to facility policy and procedures, provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis, maintains patient safety during clinically significant events, and fulfills other related duties. Communication skills and teamwork are essential for this position. The Technologist works under the clinical and technical supervision of the department leadership.

• Performs procedures appropriate to the competence and credentials of a Neurodiagnostic Technologist, including advanced procedures.
• Maintains continuing education and competencies in EEG and other credentialed modalities; acquires new competencies relative to industry standards in Neurodiagnostics for EEG and other credentialed modalities.
• Participates in education and orientation of junior technologists and EEG students.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) Commission accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or an Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in healthcare/science, or training in EEG at an accredited health care facility or clinic.

• Three years EEG experience in a patient care environment.
• Pediatric experience.

• Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge.
• Effective communication skills, hard worker, and a team player.

• Credentials in EEG, R.EEG T. from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET).
• Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association.
• Evoked Potentials (R. EP. T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET), Nerve Conduction (R. NCV. T.) from the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET), Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET), Long-Term Monitoring (CLTM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET).

• Cert Exam Neuro Inter Monitor OR Registration of EEG Tech OR Registered EP Technologist
  - Required.
• Basic Life Support
  - Required.

• Physical Requirement
  - Climbing – Occasionally
• Physical Requirement
  - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc.) – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Hearing – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Pushing/pulling – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Reaching – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Sitting – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Standing – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Talking – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Tasting/smelling – Occasionally
• Physical Requirement
  - Walking – Frequently
• Physical Requirement
  - Near Vision – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Far Vision – Occasionally
• Physical Requirement
  - Color Discrimination – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly
• Physical Requirement
  - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally
• Physical Requirement
  - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Inside office environment – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Outdoor weather conditions – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Extreme temperatures – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Confined areas – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - High places – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Extreme noise levels – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Radiation exposure – Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
  - Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable