EEG Technician

Hurley Medical Center

Flint, Michigan, United States

Flint, Michigan, United States

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Job Description Under moderate supervision, operates EEG machine and other devices to perform diagnostic testing such as electroencephalograms and evoke potentials. Interacts with physicians concerning patients and their test data. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities. Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a courteous and customer-focused manner according to the Medical Center's Courtesy Performance Standards. Works under the working supervision of the Respiratory Therapy/ Electroencephalograph Supervisor who assigns and inspects work for conformance with policy and established procedure. Responsibilities Receives and prepares patient for testing in predetermined manner. Obtains and records necessary medical history information from patient and patient record for familiarization of any special symptoms during testing. Explains testing procedure to allay fears, concerns, etc. Performs quality recordings of patients in clinical setting in compliance to physician orders. Operates/utilizes electroencephalograph machine or appropriate computer for testing and recordkeeping. Monitors recordings, detects evidence of brain disorders or other abnormalities, and marks graph accordingly for study by physician. Eliminates from consideration all artifacts caused by patient activity. Analyzes large volumes of numerical data generated during testing. Verifies equipment calibration and quality control to ensure accurate test results. Cleans and performs minor maintenance on equipment such as replenishing supplies of tracing paper, ink, etc. Requisition supplies as necessary. Ensures patient safety and documentation in provision of neurological and respiratory testing. Compiles and records test data. Ensures storage and maintenance of patient data in a confidential manner. Performs routine office clerical duties including maintaining daily logs, scheduling appointments, filing, making copies, answering the telephone, and incidental typing as required. Provides instruction to patients regarding preparation for tests.
Assists in in-service orientation of newly hired departmental personnel. Demonstrates effective judgment and ability to understand, react competently, and treat (if appropriate) the unique needs of patient age groups served. Performs other related duties as assigned. Utilizes new improvements and/or technologies that relate to job assignment. Qualifications High school graduate and/or GED equivalent. One year of EEG experience is required. Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) is preferred. Knowledge of basic algebra, human anatomy, and medical terminology. Ability to operate eighteen channel EEG machine in a clinical setting. Aptitude for computerized information processing. Ability to type accurately onto patient records and/or forms. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not endanger the safety of self, others, and equipment. Ability to comply with departmental performance standards and techniques. Ability to recognize various types of neurological disorders such as epileptic attacks. Ability to maintain an empathic attitude toward patients. Ability to communicate with staff, physicians, patients, and the public tactfully and courteously. Must obtain BLS certification upon start of position and must maintain certification per AHA guidelines.
SPECIAL NOTE:
Electroencephalographic Technicians who are or become credentialed from the ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation (ABRET) will be allocated to a Grade 136.

Flint, Michigan, United States

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