Autonomic Diagnostics Technologist

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking an Autonomic Technologist - Electroneurodiagnostics for Short Pump, VA. This part-time position supports the Autonomic Medicine Specialist/Autonomic Neurologist in performing tests that assess autonomic function and recording data in EPIC.

You will prepare patients, apply EKG leads, perform tilt-table and sweat testing, and communicate findings clearly while maintaining safety and scheduling in collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology or allied health field preferred.
• Certification: CAP through ABRET preferred; BLS required; ACLS/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient for testing prior to and at appointment time.
• Prepares and draw up syringes of acetylcholine for sweat testing in sterile environment.
• Explains each autonomic test component and ensures patient understanding.
• Places EKG leads and electrodes for diagnostically accurate readings.
• Records observations and test results in EPIC in real time.
• Notifies health care providers when immediate clinical response is needed.
• Maintains patient scheduling in collaboration with scheduling department.
• Learns new tests or methods as the field evolves and applies them.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

ECG monitoring

Pediatrics experience

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic Technology

Tools

EPIC

ECG equipment

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking an Autonomic Technologist - Electroneurodiagnostics for Short Pump, VA. This part-time position supports the Autonomic Medicine Specialist/Autonomic Neurologist in performing tests that assess autonomic function and recording data in EPIC.

You will prepare patients, apply EKG leads, perform tilt-table and sweat testing, and communicate findings clearly while maintaining safety and scheduling in collaboration with the care team.