EEG Tech (Per Diem)

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 36,465 - 65,559; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Registered Electroencephalography Technologist to perform routine EEG procedures for in-patients. Responsibilities include patient interaction, troubleshooting EEG equipment, and entering patient billing information.

The ideal candidate should have a degree from an accredited ENDT program and be certified as a R. EEG T. Strong physical capability is essential for patient movement assistance.

The position offers per diem shifts with varied hours based on operational needs and a competitive pay range of $26.47 - $47.59 per hour.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Electroencephalography Technologist (R. EEG T.) or board eligible.
• Current AHA BLS certification required.
• Physically able to assist with movement of patients and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine EEGs on in-patients at their bedside.
• Log on remotely to assess pending EEGs.
• Explain procedures to patients to ensure cooperation.

Skills

Electroencephalography procedures

Patient interaction

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Graduate from CAAHEP accredited ENDT program

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

EEG equipment

Database systems

Job description

Per Diem; varied hours/shifts according to operational needs. Minimum shift requirement per CBA.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs routine EEGs on the in- patients at their bedside throughout the Hospital.
• Log on remotely at the start of the day to see how many patients have pending EEGs.
• Establish a work plan and priorities. (If concerns arise lacking clear precedent then this would be reviewed with the Neurologist on call for that day or the Nursing Manager. (There may be one to four EEGs in a day).
• Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain the patient’s cooperation for the best performance of the study.
• Performs the appropriate calibration procedure on the EEG instrument for standard recordings.
• Measures and applies electrodes using standard 10/20 placement.
• Understands basic troubleshooting of the equipment to provide artifact free recordings.
• Be able to make discriminating observations and follow-up with physicians if indicated during a recording.
• Enter patient billing information into the database system at the end of each day.
• Notify the Neurologist before leaving the hospital at the completion of the day.
• Archive studies, and may make copies for Medical Records when asked to do so.
• Contact Biomedical engineering or the IT dept. with any equipment malfunctions.
• Order and stock supplies.
• The technologist is working independently, maturity and ability to establish good rapport with patients, public and staff.
• The technologist may work with combative patients and must be aware of the possibility of injury.
• Conforms to all policy and procedures regarding OSHA, JCAHO, and hospital regulations.
• Participates in Hospital Quality Assurance and Safety programs.

Education/Experience Required

• Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) accredited ENDT program or an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university is desired
• Capacity to deal with severely ill patients.
• Physically able to assist with movement of patients and testing equipment.

Registration/Certification

• Credentialed as a Registered Electroencephalography Technologist (R. EEG T.) or board eligible by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET)
• Current AHA BLS certification.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

This job requires frequent bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking and lifting over 10 lbs. There will be occasional need for climbing stairs, lifting in excess of 50 – 100 lbs and sitting. Constant use of hearing, sight and speech. Frequent use of smell and touch. Frequent keyboard and telephone use. Constant concentration and problem solving.

Pay Range

$26.47 - $47.59

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

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