Neurology EEG Technician

About The Villages Health

The Villages Health is a patient-centered primary care driven, multi-specialty medical group with over 700 team members. Our unique care model gives us both the time and resources to truly care for our patients, along with a company culture that supports a healthy work-life balance for our team members. Our purpose, mission and vision is to empower Villagers and the surrounding communities to live out their dreams by keeping them healthy and healing them quickly. Together, we are changing the way healthcare is delivered and are making a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. In doing so, The Villages Health is creating
America’s Healthiest Hometown.

Hiring Event
Please bring your resume and join us:  

• Friday, January 16^th from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at The Villages Health Administrative Office (6503 Powell Road, The Villages, FL 32163) – RSVP’s are encouraged through Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/3KUEYTz

Responsibilities: 

A nonexempt position responsible for neurodiagnostic procedures under the supervision of physicians and clinical supervisor within the Neurology specialty.

Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Uses customer service principles and techniques to deal with patients calmly and pleasantly.
• Obtains, verifies, and records health history of patients. Gathers pertinent health data while reviewing patient's previous records obtaining any EEG results pertaining to any neurologic diagnosis. Including: Faxing outstanding orders, documents, and producing results for provider interpretation and attaching results to order in EMR.
• Provides basic patient care as ordered. Includes, pre-test discussion with patient producing a calm atmosphere to assist in obtaining best possible test results. Performs diagnostic EEG procedure using a series of 16 to 25 flat metal electrodes are attached to the patient’s scalp (or a cap that can be fixed) and fasten them with a glue-paste. Perform Evoke potentials and other neurologic tests ordered by providers. Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies. Including: Perform MoCA testing, Neurotrax testing, and mini cognitive test. Assist in setting up for EMG testing.
• Orders supplies, maintains the EEG machine and testing room. Assist clinical assistants with pre-visiting charts, entering new patient packet information. Obtain vitals, update meds/medical history when assisting the clinical team readying patients for office visits.
• Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.
• It is The Villages Health Patient Centered Standard of Care that the 1st Response to patient calls must be within 1 hour, up to 3 hours maximum. This is a quality standard expectation for all TVH employees.
• Communicates with other team members in the clinical and clerical area to provide a successful patient centered practice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma.
• Diploma through an accredited EEG program.
• Must have valid EEG registry certification.
• EEG experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis)
• Knowledge of Neurology medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Familiarity with health care system, regulations, policies, and functions.
• Understanding of documentation standards.
• Knowledge of EEG equipment, supplies, and material needed for medical treatment.
• Understanding of EEG procedures including preparation and screening.
• Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.
• Skill in reading and following written and oral medical order,
• Skill in initiating appropriate emergency procedures.
• Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in performing blood draws.
• Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
• Ability to communicate calmly and clearly with patients.
• Ability to use manual dexterity to perform medical treatments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and diverse patient populations.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug dosages.
• Ability to work with computer and effectively use electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ability to work under pressure.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]