Neurodiagnostic Technologist-EEG​/Epilepsy

Location:

Parkland: 16th FLR BLK 400

Schedule:
Fulltime Nights

Primary Purpose
Performs routine and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures for patients as directed, providing physicians diagnostic tools with which to treat patients.

Minimum Specifications

Education

EEG:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited EEG or other neurodiagnostic technician program is preferred.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited EEG or other neurodiagnostic technician program preferred.

• Prior experience in a neurodiagnostic setting including clinical rotations or internships is required.

• Prior experience in a neurodiagnostic setting which includes clinical rotations or internships is preferred.
• Six months experience preforming NCV studies.

• May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for both the education and the experience requirements.

• Must have a current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification before date of hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:
• American Heart Association
• American Red Cross
• Military Training Network
• Current incumbents in the role as of 8/1/2023 must obtain a health care provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification no later than 11/31/2023.

• Must be able to perform routine EEG procedures independently.
• Must be able to distinguish EEG abnormalities and respond appropriately.
• Must be able to learn advanced EEG procedures.
• Must be able to work with personal computers including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Must have good communication skills necessary in handling difficult and severely ill patients.
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

• Responsible for the performance of routine Neurodiagnostic procedures for use by physicians as a diagnostic tool. May perform complex Neurodiagnostic procedures as skills advance.
• Maintains electrodes, reviews and edits patient data to provide interpretable results. Completes all paperwork.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with other employees, physicians, patients and family members.
• Responsible for stocking supplies and preparing test areas. Maintains and troubleshoots equipment as skills advance in order to ensure effective operations.