Neurodiagnostic Tech

Description

Summary:

Performs or assists in performing various diagnostic studies, including electroencephalograph (EEG), epilepsy monitoring, long-term/ambulatory monitoring and scanning, evoked potentials and transcranial doppler (TCD) for vasospasm studies. Provides direct services to a specific group of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric and critical care patients according to the policies and procedures of the department and hospital. Performs procedures to ensure maintenance and operation of diagnostic equipment within manufacturers specifications and accreditation requirements. Population served based on scope of services in the department.

Responsibilities:

1.Performs various EEG diagnostic and transcranial doppler diagnostic procedures according to department policy and procedure.

2.Provides efficient operations, monitor flow of test results to the patient electronic medical record (EMR) an integrate patients, inpatient and outpatient, into the testing schedule to ensure timely studies.

3.Assures quality testing, audits, training, in-servicing, and competency assessment.

4.Provides timely and accurate video EEG markings for provider review and clipping.

5.Provides documentation and record keeping including, reports required by regulating bodies and department leadership.

6.Assists in the preparing of various reports required by regulatory agencies and department leadership and logs data on performed procedures.

7.Assists in assuring that supplies are adequately maintained for all special procedures.

8.Maintains and Models REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).

9.Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

10.Performs other duties as required.

Education Skills Experience:

License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:

�Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist preferred.

�Basic Life Support (BLS).

Environmental Factors:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.

Potential environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

� Bio-hazardous Waste

� Blood Borne Pathogens. Job may require performance or tasks that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

� Chemicals/Commercial Products

� Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required

� Exposure to Latex

� Fumes or Airborne Particles

� Interacting with a Diverse population

� May be requested to work overtime or weekends for coverage

� Noise Level � Varies from Moderate to Very Loud

� Patient Care/Handling Duties

� Radiation

� Repetitive Motion

� Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

� Risk of Electrical Shock

� Shift Work

�Vibration

Other Information:

� Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the age of the patient served by the Cardio-Respiratory and neurodiagnostic department.

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1186

Department: EEG

Exempt: No