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Prisma Health
Neurodiagnostic Tech II, Full-Time, Variable Shifts
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.
$70,223 / year median in South Carolina
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Performs high quality EEGs (routine and video) and epilepsy monitoring. Facilitates all aspects of study completion and reporting within the department. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all healthcare personnel. Teaches and directs the work of other staff and students as required. Takes call on a rotating basis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas and procedures. Essential Functions All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Performs high quality EEGs including awake and asleep studies, video EEGs, cerebral silence, photic stimulation and portable EEGs. Independently performs calibrations and evaluations and adjusts the EEG instrument to the proper technical standards with emphasis on sensitivity, time axis, and mechanical/electrical baselines in order to obtain top-quality EEG recordings. Performs EEGs in accordance with 10-20 system outlined by ACNS Guidelines. Performs EEGs in accordance with the Medical Director guidelines, departmental policies, and departmental procedures on patients of all ages. Communicates with physicians and team members concerning patients. Examples may include test availability and email notifications to physicians concerning transfer of studies or change in patient condition. Recognizes and responds to life-threatening situations. Assists EEG techs with technical issues arising during remote monitoring or EEG setups. Maintains equipment and makes minor adjustments as indicated. Provides insight and ideas on how to improve staff morale, quality control, education, and customer service. Promotes individual professional growth and development meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory/Management Responsibilities This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive. Minimum Requirements Education - High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of a formal Neurodiagnostic program preferred. Experience - No previous experience required. Neurodiagnostic experience preferred. In Lieu Of NA Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses Certification/Registration by ABRET or o ther accrediting body in Neurodiagnostic field required (Examples include but not limited to: