Neurodiagnostic Technologist Atrium Health Mercy PRN Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Atrium Health Mercy is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to provide expertise in noninvasive electroencephalographic diagnostic testing. The role involves conducting EEGs, EMGs, sleep deprivation testing, and other neurological assessments. Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of a clinical neurodiagnostics program, and relevant certifications. The technologist will work in a clean, well-lit environment, interacting with patients and utilizing strong communication skills.
Job Description
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt Original Date:
Last Revision:
March 2018
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides technical expertise in noninvasive electroencephalographic diagnostic testing such as EEGs, EMGs, sleep deprivation testing, brainstem, nerve condition assessments, visual, and somatosensory-evoked potentials. Assists with F-waves, H-reflexes, and nerve donation motor and sensory studies. Assists with Botox injections.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED equivalent. Completion of an acceptable program in clinical neurodiagnostics with two years’ experience in neurodiagnostics and neurological testing. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or
REGISTRATION
Board registered in EEG; EMG; NCV; CEP or other related Electrophysiology modality within eighteen (18) months of hire. Current CPR certification required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Performs and/or assists in providing quality procedures in EEG and EMG Neurophysiology procedures. 2. Obtains appropriate data management and documentation and utilizes hospital resources appropriately. 3. Communicates in an effective manner to provide efficient and quality services with high customer satisfaction. Maintains an effective rapport with patients, family members, co-workers and customers in a compassionate and professional manner. 4. Participates in educational activities to enhance patient care and quality. Maintains appropriate education/credentials to accomplish work objectives. 5. Performs appropriate equipment management including operations and maintenance. 6. Utilizes appropriate competencies, guidelines and environment for safe patient care. Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age group served. 7. Maintains proactive attitude towards minimizing overtime accrual by checking Time and Attendance multiple times a week. 8. Informs supervisor in advance of questionable time/attendance errors to insure time is correct. 9. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building: follows hospital policies and procedures, follows departmental policies and procedures, contributes to the overall quality of services, assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Strong oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to communicate on a professional level with physicians, nurses and other ancillary professional staff when discussing procedures and patient care
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Clean, well-lit, comfortable environment Low noise Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, illness) and to odorous chemicals Exposure to flammable, explosive gases Occasional exposure to blood-borne pathogens, infections and contagious diseases Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries Required personal protective equipment: eye and face protection, gown, mask, sterile and non-sterile gloves
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care. We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus:
Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.
