Job detail

Eeg technician-Prn

Augusta Health

#BLS Certification #Pediatric #Neurologist #Hospital Setting #Specialized Equipment #Adolescent #Growth and Development #Adult #Infant

Quick overview

This role involves coordinating and participating in neurodiagnostic testing for patients across all age groups using specialized equipment as directed by physicians. The technician must demonstrate knowledge of life span growth and development principles and provide feedback on testing data to interpreting neurologists.

Requirements summary

A minimum of one year of experience in a hospital setting serving inpatients and outpatients is required, although prior EEG or Sleep Lab testing experience is beneficial. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and hold a current BLS Certification.

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Job description

Coordinate and participate in the Neurodiagnostic testing of adult, adolescent, pediatric, and infant using specialized equipment as directed by the physician’s instructions.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span, possess the ability to assess testing data reflective of the patient’s status and provide feedback to the interpreting neurologists.
Patient interactions are conducted according to the Augusta Way and in an age specific manner.
Follow the testing procedures as described in the unit’s departmental policies and procedures.
Reports to the Director of Respiratory Services and receives input from the Charge Therapist.

Requirements

Experience

A minimum of 1 year experience in a hospital setting serving the needs of inpatients and outpatients in any capacity. Prior testing experience in EEG or a Sleep Lab setting will be beneficial. Will be willing to train a motivated candidate with patient centered values.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Credentials

Bls certification is required.

Registered EEG Technologist credential administered by the American Board of Electroencephalographic and Evoke Potential Technologists (ABRET).