EMG Technician

Job purpose

EMG Technician will assist the Physician in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care by operating diagnostic equipment in order to diagnose diseases, injuries and abnormalities. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform or learn diagnostic electromyography testing procedures.

Duties and responsibilities

• Performs nerve conduction studies on patients following the guidelines and procedures of The American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists under the supervision of a Physician.
• Performs nerve conduction studies on both common and uncommon nerves to aid the Physician in the best studies to reveal abnormalities.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots physiologic and non-physiological artifact and technical issues, while recognizing normal and abnormal results to take the reasonable steps to obtain the best study on the patient.
• Performs Nerve conduction studies independently in routine settings under direct supervision of the Physician
• Cleans, replenishes, maintains and assures availability of instruments and supplies needed in the EMG Lab.
• Assists Physician as needed during the needle examination and sets up for his procedure.
• Keeps equipment clean and in operating condition, detects instrument malfunctions and makes minor maintenance adjustments or reports the needed for major repairs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

• Associates degree in health sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified by the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) within one year of hire.
• Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) preferred
• BLS Certification required

Experience:

• Minimum of one year experience with the methods, equipment and materials used in electromyography
• Prior hands on patient care

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Clear and precise communication
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Effectively manages day by organizing and prioritizing
• Possesses excellent phone and customer service skills and abilities
• Protects patient information and maintains confidentiality
• Knowledge of general medical terminology
• Organizational skills and ability to identify, analyze and solve problems
• Works well independently as well as with a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal/human relations skills

Working conditions

Environmental Conditions: Medical Office environment

Physical Conditions:

• Must be able to work as scheduled – typically from 8:00 – 5:00 M-F
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to bend, stoop and stretch
• Must be able to lift and move boxes and other items weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment, etc.