Neurophysiology Technologist II

General Description:

Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of Neurophysiology procedures that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve and brain disorders.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to this position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• The Neurophysiology Technologist II is responsible for performing competently two or more modalities of Neurophysiology studies, including but not limited to EEG, EMU, LTM, ECI, and pruning Studies
• Responsible for: patient preparation, education, maintaining Neurophysiology department, troubleshooting, and cleaning of equipment.
• Cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary to record and identify various Neurophysiology data, analyze study activity, making notations to indicate any disorder or artifact in various study settings
• Ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism
• Trains and performs as a preceptor for new hires and assists Physicians, Nurse practitioner, Manager, and technologists as needed.
• Responsible for setting, adjusting and operating equipment during procedure and for a procedure.
• Function in other areas within the Neurophysiology department as needed including but not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
• Cares for all age groups, sets-up, prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used maintains patients files. Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Level II Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree in science or health related field preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years experience. Two (2) or more years of experience in the Neurophysiology/Neurodiagnostics/Polysomnography field preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist or Board eligible according to ASET Pathways.
• Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist strongly preferred within 3 years.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide outstanding patient care.
• Some general knowledge of physiology.
• Good verbal and written communication skills that allow relaying of information in a clear, concise, and calm manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and physicians.
• Basic knowledge of computers.

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