Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Description:
The EEG/EMG Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic neurophysiological procedures, including electroencephalograms (EEGs), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and related tests to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders. This role ensures high-quality testing, patient safety, and accurate data collection in accordance with established protocols, regulatory standards, and physician orders.
The technologist demonstrates clinical expertise, technical proficiency, and strong patient care skills while working collaboratively with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and clinical staff in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Key Responsibilities (Summary Level)
Perform EEG, EMG, and nerve conduction studies per physician orders
Prepare patients, explain procedures, and ensure comfort and safety during testing
Apply electrodes and monitoring equipment accurately and according to standards
Monitor recordings, identify artifacts, and ensure data quality
Document procedures and preliminary observations accurately in the medical record
Maintain and troubleshoot neurodiagnostic equipment
Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines
Communicate effectively with clinicians regarding test quality and clinical concerns
Support quality improvement initiatives and workflow efficiency
Work Environment
Hospital, clinic, or outpatient neurodiagnostic setting
Involves direct patient contact and coordination with multidisciplinary teams
The EEG/EMG Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic neurophysiological procedures, including electroencephalograms (EEGs), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and related tests to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders. This role ensures high-quality testing, patient safety, and accurate data collection in accordance with established protocols, regulatory standards, and physician orders.
The technologist demonstrates clinical expertise, technical proficiency, and strong patient care skills while working collaboratively with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and clinical staff in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Key Responsibilities (Summary Level)
Work Environment
$10K Sign on Bonus
Reviews the daily schedule and plans appropriate NCS to answer consultation inquiries.
Performs room turnover before and after each patient visit.
Assigns patients to a room, delivers gown, and ensures appropriate limb temperature.
Performs NCS and related studies as requested by the attending physician.
Reviews findings with physician and responds to feedback from physician.
Maintains equipment, ensures room cleanliness.
Turns machines on at the beginning of the day and off at the end of the day.
Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs minor repairs.
Places orders for replacement electrodes and EMG needles and other electrodiagnostic room supplies. Maintains inventory of all electrodiagnostic supplies.
Prepare the patient for examination and explain the procedure, and exhibit empathy for and comfort to the patient throughout all test phases.
Calculate, document, and review test results with the physician accurately and efficiently.
Enter information and charges into electronic health records.
Maintain exam rooms, testing equipment, and electrodiagnostic supplies.
Perform miscellaneous departmental and clerical duties as assigned.
Position Summary:
EEG/EMU/Nerve Conduction Technician performs a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures on patients of all ages in outpatient and inpatient settings. This includes routine EEGs, extended EEG monitoring, EMU studies, and nerve conduction studies (NCS). The technician ensures accurate data collection while maintaining patient comfort and safety. The per diem role supports department needs on an as-needed basis and may include weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
What you will do:
Apply electrodes to a patient's scalp, connected to the EEG machine by wires
Monitor patients during sleep cycles to diagnose sleep disorders
Perform office tests and administrative duties
What you will need:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an AMA approved program for Electroencephalogram preferred.
Registered EEG Technologist (American Society of EEG) preferred.
Minimum one (1) year of work experience preferred in field of Nero Diagnostics.
Prefer experience with nerve conductions
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