EEG Technologist Job Description
EEG technologist
provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
EEG Technologist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Schedule and perform routine and complex neurodiagnostic procedures in accordance with department policy and procedures
Stays current with policies and procedures regarding neurodiagnostic tests
Evoked Potential recordings may be done at the bedside or in the Neurology Lab
Apply electrodes to patients' heads, chests, arms, legs or spinal columns, depending on the EEG procedures
Performs standard and complex Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential recordings as directed, according to established standards and procedures, and performs non-invasive cardiovascular exams (EKGs, holters, treadmill hookup) for use in the diagnosis of cardiovascular disease at Little Company of Mary Hospital (LCMH)
Performs Electroneurodiagnostic (END) procedures in at least one modality such as EEG/EMU and in accordance with the standards and protocols of the laboratory
Prepares the patient for testing, administers the test, completes the history and recording for interpretation, completes paperwork for charging of procedures, and maintains equipment and supplies
Performs all Electroneurodiagnostic (END) procedures in at least two modalities and in accordance with the standards and protocols of the laboratory
Performs additional and advanced END procedures under supervised practice with increasing independence
Set-up and initiate video for EEG monitoring and invasive EEGs
EEG Technologist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for EEG Technologist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BLS, CPR, EEG, ABRET, CLTM, EP
Education for EEG Technologist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the EEG technologist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Associates, Education, Graduate, Allied Health, Technical, Science, Patient Care, Applied Science, Medical, Technology
Skills for EEG Technologist
Desired skills for EEG technologist include:
Medical terminology
Physical and biological sciences normally attained through high school course work with emphasis in those areas
Concepts
Practices and policies and demonstrate for practical applications in varied situations
Facets of critical care respiratory therapy and American Association for
Policies
Department functions
Procedures
Neurology
Anatomy and physiology of the body is necessary
Desired experience for EEG technologist includes:
Follow guidelines
Recognize basic EEG normal and abnormal patterns
Observes patients with video and digital recording equipment
Completion of an accredited EEG training program preferred
Or training
Performs routine and complex EEG¿ in the Neurophysiology Laboratory, inpatient units, neonate unit, intensive care units and the OR while in various stages of training and requiring additional direct and/or indirect supervision additional quality assurances and controls
EEG Technologist Examples
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Our company is hiring for an EEG technologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for EEG technologist
- Prepare and initiate video for EEG monitoring and invasive EEGs
- Follow guidelines for brain death EEG studies
- Obtain medical histories of patients' neurological disorders, such as epilepsy or sleep disorders
- Schedules and organizes special procedure tests, angiography, X-ray studies
- Provide support to sleep services by scoring polysomnograms and performing daytime sleep testing
- The EEG Technologist (Non-Certified) in conjunction with the Cardiology supervisor, Cardiovascular manager, Medical Directors, and hospital administration, and in accordance with Federal, State and local regulatory agencies
- This position requires some patient care duties and must be able to treat all age ranges from neonates to geriatrics
- Under the general direction of the Manager of Respiratory Therapy, Pulmonary Lab and EEG Services, performs clinical Electroencephalograms, Electronystagmograms, and Evoked Potential recordings
- Performs prescribed testing
- Scan and reduce Long-Term EEG Monitoring (LTM) files
Qualifications for EEG technologist
- 1+ year of experience as an Electroencephalography Technologist (EEG)
- Electroencephalography Technologist (EEG) registration
- 3 years of EEG experience
- Ability to perform studies on Adult, pediatric inpatients and outpatient
- Working towards R
- A high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a PC, normal or corrected vision, extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for an EEG technologist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for EEG technologist
- Perform all the basic procedures/processes associated with the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
- Edits and forwards results to attending physician for further analysis and interpretation
- Under the general direction of the Director of Pulmonary Services and Neurodiagnostics, performs clinical Electroencephalograms, Electronystagmograms, and Evoked Potential recordings
- Perform a wide range of electroencephalograms including routine, portable and continuous EEG
- Perform long term video EEG monitoring
- Perform other electroneurodiagnostic examinations
- Maintain and inventory laboratory equipment and supplies
- Records, processes, files and charges (as applicable) daily pertinent patient data relative to their job duties
- Ensures inpatient and outpatient records are sent to medical records
- Assures reports and recordings are available to the physicians at all times
Qualifications for EEG technologist
- EEG certification
- Experienced in working with pediatric patients
- Familiar with International 10-20 system
- Registered EEG Tech
- Must be registered with the American Board of Registered EEG Technologist with two (2) years of satisfactory continuous recent experience as an EEG Technologist, or has three (3) years of satisfactory continuous recent experience as an EEG Technologist
- Must have the demonstrated ability to perform al of the duties required of this classification as determined by the Employer, such as Evoked Potentials, EMGs, polysomnograms and other specialized tests
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Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for an EEG technologist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for EEG technologist
- Monitors patients in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit per protocols and procedures
- Demonstrates proper cleaning procedures for the patient, room, and equipment after each study
- Demonstrates the ability to follow policy and procedures for all testing, charging, required documentation, and notifications
- Maintains adequate weekly supplies and suggests new equipment or methods to assure quality care
- Calibrates and establishes standards for laboratory quality control “normals.”
- Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with appropriate technical training
- Certification and/or experience preferred
- Must have CPR certification in basic life support
- Gathers data using closed circuit audio/visual equipment electrophysiological recording instruments
- Uses electrophysiological recording instruments using both surface recording electrodes electrophysiological recording instruments
Qualifications for EEG technologist
- 6+ months of experience performing EEGs
- Familiarity with basic EEG interpretation
- Ability to perform studies on adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients
- Able to mark and measure 10/20
- 1+ year of experience as an EEG Technologist
- Comfortable with paste electrode application
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of EEG technologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for EEG technologist
- Maintains the day-to-day operation of the Laboratory by demonstrating quality performance in all tests completed
- Utilizes registry in second modality to provide expanded services such as more complex/additional types of neurological testing
- Assists with training and evaluation of the skills of the END Tech in Training, END Tech I, II, III
- Acts as a resource for junior staff members
- Prepares for testing by properly checking calibration of apparatus and ensuring adequate supplies are on hand
- Reviews patient's clinical data to facilitate understanding of why they have been referred for testing
- Attempts to put patients at ease by ensuring their physical comfort and explaining the testing procedure
- Performs all routine EEGs modalities in the neuro-vascular lab and inpatient nursing units
- Performs evoked potentials, visual and auditory
- Assists with training and support for other personnel as needed
Qualifications for EEG technologist
- Graduation from an accredited Electroneurodiagnostic Technology training program
- Minimum one year experience as an EEG Technician
- Registration by the American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists or the American Medical Electroencephalographic Technologists, or registry eligible
- Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented approach
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively
- 1 year of full time Electroencephalography (EEG) experience
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of EEG technologist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for EEG technologist
- Ensures quality patient care is provided within the defined area of accountability of doing EEG procedures
- Actively participates in continuing education within the field of Neurology/EEG
- Cleans and maintains all EEG related equipment
- Schedules patients, answers telephone, and performs various clerical and other similar or less skilled duties as needed
- Performs Electroencephalograms (EEG) , Evoked Potential (EP) and Epilepsy Monitoring (EMU) testing
- Accurately takes and documents a pertinent history from the patient or chart
- Runs study with appropriate documentation on study, observation of patient, troubleshooting equipment and physiological artifacts, distinguishing normal from abnormal and utilizing appropriate resources to perform study
- Evaluates diagnostic data recorded or displayed and reports suspected abnormal findings to the nurse or physician as appropriate
- Recognizes and takes appropriate action to respond to evolving patient care needs
- Attends monthly educational case conferences
Qualifications for EEG technologist
- Experience with scoring and performing sleep studies
- High school graduation with basic science course work or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary
- A minimum of one year experience EEG preferred
- Ability to perform studies on Adult, pediatric inpatients and outpatients
- Active New Jersey State Registered Electroencephalograph Technologist (EEG)
- Associate's degree or graduate of an accredited Electroencephalographic or Electroneurodiagnostic Technician program or High School diploma/GED with 1 registration