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Summary:
Performs electroencephalograph (EEG) testing.
Nice to have
*** Includes rotating weekends
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Someone with EMU and LTM monitoring experience highly preferred.
Responsibilities:
Attaches and connects electrodes on the head from EEG machine. Performs prescribed testing.
Reviews patient’s history and educates patient about procedure. Monitors and documents patient’s condition and responds to and reports any seizure symptoms.
Identifies and corrects artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
Performs long-term video EEG monitoring on patients, demonstrating proficiency in the International 10-20 system. Performs job functions following the Guidelines for EEG and Long Term Neuro-Diagnostic Monitoring in Epilepsy as set by the American Society of Electro-Neuro-Diagnostic Technologists.
Performs data retrieval and reduction operations and video EEG recordings prepared in a form suitable for interpretation by the physician.
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES - TECH, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.Other Information: JDCH Department Specific: ABRET Registry EligibleAdditional Education Info: Graduate of or enrolled in an Electro-neuro-diagnostic technology program accredited by Commission Accreditation on Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a clinically equivalent program ( i.e. hospital-based program)
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
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Bending and Stooping = 60%
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Climbing = 0%
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Keyboard Entry = 60%
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Kneeling = 40%
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Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
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