What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurodiagnostic Technologist 2 - Hartford - Per Diem position at Connecticut Children's?
Job Description
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is an entry to midlevel positon in the Neurodiagnostic unit or department. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is able to meet all criteria for The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I in addition to The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II role responsibilities. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II can perform test set up, electrode application, and maintain patient safety during clinically significant events and other related duties. Communication is essential for this position.
Responsibilities
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 system; is knowledgeable in EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results; maintains the patient safety in communication to other patient care support staff during EEG if needed; continues to learn and apply basic and intermediate EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices, contraindications for activation procedures, instrumentation and preparation for use; performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation, product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive functions, knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and healthcare staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answers questions regarding the procedure, understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections; identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination; understands and flows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit; has knowledge of alternate montage protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is familiar with the facility policies and procedures for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into electronic health records; contacts supervisory staff as appreciate for problems within the EEG unit, stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures; performs any other related duties that is consistent with patient and technical care for this level.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Entry level PC and Microsoft Windows
Basic Anatomy and Physiology
SKILLS:
Effective Communication
Team Orientated
Technical troubleshooting skills
ABILITY TO:
Work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment
Work in scheduled and unpredictable situations
About Us
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is an entry to midlevel positon in the Neurodiagnostic unit or department. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is able to meet all criteria for The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I in addition to The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II role responsibilities. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II can perform test set up, electrode application, and maintain patient safety during clinically significant events and other related duties. Communication is essential for this position.
Responsibilities
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 system; is knowledgeable in EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results; maintains the patient safety in communication to other patient care support staff during EEG if needed; continues to learn and apply basic and intermediate EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices, contraindications for activation procedures, instrumentation and preparation for use; performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation, product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive functions, knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and healthcare staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answers questions regarding the procedure, understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections; identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination; understands and flows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit; has knowledge of alternate montage protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied.
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is familiar with the facility policies and procedures for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into electronic health records; contacts supervisory staff as appreciate for problems within the EEG unit, stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures; performs any other related duties that is consistent with patient and technical care for this level.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Education Preferred: Enrollment in or graduation form a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic Program, or an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is desired.
- Education Required: BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification required at time of hire
- Experience Preferred: 6 months or more experience in Pediatrics desired.
- Registry eligible or certification within 7 years of hire from American Board Registered Electroencephalographic Technologists
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Entry level PC and Microsoft Windows
Basic Anatomy and Physiology
SKILLS:
Effective Communication
Team Orientated
Technical troubleshooting skills
ABILITY TO:
Work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment
Work in scheduled and unpredictable situations
About Us
Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.
