Neurodiagnostics Tech - Neuro EEG

Company: CARLE
Location: Normal
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

To perform quality electroneurodiagnostic studies on adult and pediatric patients with a customer satisfaction focus. These procedures include; routine sleep, sleep deprived, and neocortical EEG testing. Performs EEGs, evoked potential testing, and assists with EMG and nerve conduction velocity studies. To provide interpreting physicians with technical studies to allow for diagnosis of patients.

• Responsible for obtaining and recording accurate, quality electroeneurodiagnostic recordings. Follows protocols as set by department standards.
• Performs electroencephalographic and electromyographic recordings to help in the diagnosis of abnormal electrical activity.
• Analyzes EEG studies by using spike detection software.
• Communicates with the neurologist on electroneurodiagnostic recordings discussing any questions in regard to each patient study as required.
• Provides psychological support to patients by answering questions and explaining the testing process as needed.
• Processes EEG studies in accordance with established departmental standards.
• Able to perform all electroneurodiagnostic procedures.
• Utilizes recommended scripting to maintain patient satisfaction and provides customer service recovery as needed
• Coordinates staff nurses, technologists, fellows and neurologists in department procedures. Assumes on-call responsibilities according to department on-call guidelines.
• Recognizes changes in clinical situations and seeks out appropriate resources
• Completes STAT procedures within critical testing guidelines and communicates critical values to cardiologist and patient's physician/nurse
• Coordinates patient care with patient's nurse and other ancillary departments

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