Neurodiagnostic Technologist (.9 Fte) at Billings Clinic

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is responsible for recording the electrical activity of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems using sophisticated electronic testing equipment conducting Electroencephalogram (EEG), Video EEG Monitoring, Ambulatory EEG Monitoring and Evoked Potential (EP) examinations, and all other Neurophysiology tests. Essential Job Functions •Prepares patient for the procedure ordered. Acquires information and evaluation of the patient and their needs prior to the procedure. Obtains pertinent patient information/patient records for performing procedure. Explains procedure to patient and obtains patient’s cooperation for best performance of procedure. Accurately measures prior to electrode/capsule application and prepares patient according to specific test procedure. Properly and accurately applies recording electrodes and lowers electrode resistance. Inputs appropriate patient information into computer. . •Operates instrument for the test performed. Ensures all equipment is operational prior to procedure. Troubleshoots equipment malfunction. Identifies and reports equipment problems to supervisor. Correctly performs mechanical and biological calibration on appropriate equipment. •Performs appropriate procedure for physician interpretation. Evaluates patient referral and clinical notes to ensure appropriate testing is performed. Follows established test protocols. Recognizes and discriminates between normal and abnormal patterns/waveforms; deviates from procedure as appropriate. Changes instrument control settings as appropriate for optimum test results. Verifies that all data, calculations and patient information is correct. •Maintains the digital EEG and long-term monitoring systems. •Responsible for cleanliness/maintenance of electrodes and follows established infection control guidelines. •Interacts with patients according to patient care guidelines. Communicates appropriate test instructions to patient. •Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess and improve quality. •Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job performance. •Perform neurodiagnostic studies on inpatients and outpatients for interpretation by a neurologist. •Perform record-keeping and other related paperwork including billing, filing, maintenance of logbooks and physical storage of records. •Performs clinical neuro-diagnostic procedures. •Participates in department projects, initiatives and continuing education. • Minimum Qualifications Education •Graduation from an accredited electroneurodiagnostic technology training program (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). 4 years of relevant training and experience may be considered in lieu of graduation from an EEG technologist program in addition to experience below. Experience •4 years progressively responsible related work experience necessary in order to gain advanced level of knowledge of standard and complex EEG procedures, in order to train others and conduct more complex testing procedures. Certifications and Licenses •Healthcare Provider CPR certification required Within 6 months of hire •R.EEG T through ABRET Within 1 year of hire