END TECHNICIAN - NEUROLOGY - PT DAYS

Job Summary: Responsible for providing quality neurodiagnostic testing care to patients under the direction of a physician. May engage in all departmental activities to provide safe and effective delivery of patient care utilizing parameters guided by the American Society of Electroneurodiagnostic Technology (ASET). Department activities include but are not limited to performing electroencephalogram (EEG); evoked potentials (EP); assisting physicians with nerve conduction studies (NCS); scheduling patients; limited electrocardiography (EKG); transcribing/typing, faxing, scanning, linking and filing reports.

Service and Quality Standards:

Service

Is Customer focused

Anticipates customer needs

Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

to customers and coworkers

People

Is conversation conscious

Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

Promotes a harassment free environment

Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

Supports performance improvement

Seeks ways to improve systems and services

Shows commitment to improvement efforts

Meets mandatory educational requirements

Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

Supports hospital initiatives

Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

Fosters team cooperation

Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:

1. Performing electroencephalogram (EEG); evoked potentials (EP)

2. Assisting physicians with nerve conduction studies (NCS).

3. Collects, reviews, & summarizes neurological patient information

4. Completes documentation and provides limited electrocardiography (EKG).

5. Transcribing/typing, faxing, scanning, linking and filing reports.

6. Assists with departmental Objectives, PI, and maintenance of Procedure Manual.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.

Certification/Licensure: Registered by American Board of Registration of EEG and EP Technologists (ABRET) preferred.

Experience Requirements: Experience in a technical health care field, training and experience in Neurodiagnostics, and/or Polysomnography (including the 10-20 system) preferred.

Completion of a CAHEA Accredited education program in Neurodiagnostics preferred.

Adult/Pediatric CPR certification required (Available upon employment).

Typing skills and general computer knowledge required

Working Conditions :. Extensive standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting of medium to heavy weights in the laboratory and at the bedside. Exposure to cleaning agents when cleaning electrodes after patient testing.

Exposure Category: Category II - Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. The normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues; however, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measures are always available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks.