EEG Technologist - Per Diem

Employment Type

• Part time
• Shift:
• Rotating
• Shift
• Description: Works under minimal supervision using electroencephalograph to measure and record the brain’s electrical activity, performing EEG’s in the Laboratory and at the bedside of critically ill patients in the Intensive and critical care units. Performs auditory and visual evoked potential tests. Observes the patient and keeps a careful record of his/her behavior. Responsible for minor equipment repair. Able to work various shifts during hours of lab operation M- F 7a- 530p and On Call shifts during off hours , including weekends.
• Job
• Title: EEG Technologist

Unit

EEG/EMG/Neuro Testing Employment Type: Per Diem/Pool Shift: Rotating 8-hr shifts On-Call Requirements: One weekend (Friday @ 4:30pm to Monday @ 8am) a month.

Location

• St. Mary Medical Center Position Purpose Works under minimal supervision using electroencephalograph to measure and record the brain’s electrical activity, performing EEG’s in the Laboratory and at the bedside of critically ill patients in the Intensive and critical care units. Performs auditory and visual evoked potential tests. Observes the patient and keeps a careful record of his/her behavior. Responsible for minor equipment repair. Able to work various shifts during hours of lab operation M- F 7a- 530p plus on call.
• As an
• EEG
• Technologist, you will: Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient’s record and family members to include seizure types, date of last seizure, other neurological symptomatology and medications. Explains test procedure to patient and family members present. Modifies communication based on age, developmental level and background of patient. Performs EEG record according to the standards of the laboratory (routine sleep, bedside and electro cerebral silence recordings) Implements alternative methods or adjusts control to obtain optimal recording. This may include appropriate control setting changes on the machine, use of extra electrodes, extra montages and use of activation procedures. Recognizes artifact (patient or environmental). Documents, eliminates or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact. Takes appropriate actions during patient emergency situations and ensures patient safety at all times. Demonstrates understanding of the unique needs of the patient population served. Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, lab staff, physicians and other members of the hospital staff. Orients new employees to job procedures as assigned by supervisor. Learns one modality of evoke potentials under supervision of Lab Supervisor. After attending appropriate training programs, completes Neonatal and Operating Room long-term monitoring electrocephalograph in NICU and outpatient pediatric patients. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of a 1 year program for EEG Technologists and/or Registered by the American Board of Registered EEG Technologists with one year of experience performing electroencephalograms. Basic Life Support (BLS) R EEG within 2 years of hire ACLS Preferred About Us: St. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.