EEC, Electroencephalogram Technician - Texarkana - PRN

MedStar Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Electroencephalograph Technician to operate EEG machines and perform various diagnostic tests to assist in diagnosing brain disorders. The technician will work PRN and be responsible for patient scheduling and maintaining diagnostic equipment. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Certification in BLS is mandatory.
• Experience in performing electrocardiograms and EEGs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates electroencephalograph and performs diagnostic tests.
• Writes reports on abnormal wave characteristics.
• Schedules patients for procedures and maintains diagnostic equipment.

Skills

Electrocardiogram

EEG monitoring

Transcranial Doppler studies

Holter monitor

Cardiac exercise treadmill testing

Patient scheduling

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Marquette MAC VU

Job description

Description

Summary:

Operates an electroencephalograph to measure impulse frequencies and differences in electrical potential between various areas of the brain to obtain data for use in diagnosis of brain disorders. Studies wave characteristics during test to detect evidence of brain disorders and may mark graph accordingly for study by physician or neurologist. Writes reports indicating unusual wave characteristics shown on tracings.

Responsibilities:

• Performs EKG's utilizing the Marquette MAC VU, 12, 8 and PC machines
• Performs electrocardiograms for in-patient and outpatient population including all ages
• Performs routine EEG's, Long term video EEG monitoring for evaluation of possible abnormal brain activity and for epilepsy and medicine modification
• Performs Transcranial Doppler studies for evaluation of cerebral blood flow
• Performs accurate Evoked Potential recording (Visual Evoked Responses, and Modified Baer)
• Performs Holter monitor hookup and the scanning of holter monitor tapes
• Performs 12 or 24-hour pneumogram hook-up with or without pulse oximetry for in-patient pediatrics and neonates
• Performs cardiac exercise treadmill testing, routine, and pharmacological and Tilt table stress
• Schedules all patients for any and all procedures performed in the department that require an appointment
• Maintains all diagnostic equipment by assuring that they are properly functioning and cleaned after every patient
• Notifies physician daily for exam interpretation and files reports
• Checks weekly for needed supplies

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed