EEG Technologist I

ACNW Arkansas Children's Northwest, Inc.; Town of Springdale (WI); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Springdale seeks an EEG Technician I to perform EEG procedures and ensure patient safety under supervision as training progresses. The role supports the Neurophysiology Lab, with hours Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm and potential weekend call shifts.

Requirements include EEG pathway options education, CPR/BLS certification, and familiarity with the 10-20 system. This is an entry to mid-level position in a safety-sensitive environment within a pediatric hospital

Qualifikationen

• EEG procedures performed per facility policy and procedures.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of EEG pathways and credential options.
• Familiarity with International 10-20 system and routine EEG setup.

Aufgaben

• Performs EEG procedures and maintains patient safety during clinically significant events.
• Trains under supervision until competencies are achieved and then works under indirect supervision.
• Communicates effectively with patients and healthcare staff to explain procedures.

Kenntnisse

EEG procedures

Patient safety

Communication

Training under supervision

Ausbildung

High School Diploma

CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program

RPSGT Certificate

Associates Degree

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC094201 Neurophysiology Lab

Summary: Springdale Neurophysiology Lab - Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, possible weekend call shifts available

Salary: Most new hires start between $23.00-$28.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information: Springdale Neurophysiology Lab Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, possible weekend call shifts available

The Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist I is an entry to mid-level position in the neurodiagnostic unit or department. The EEG Tech I will perform EEGs procedures according to facility policy and procedures. The EEG Tech I will maintain patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. Communication skills are essential for this position. During EEG procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the EEG Tech I trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the EEG Tech I works under indirect technical supervision.

Required Education: EEG Pathway Options Recommended Education: EEG Pathway Options

Required Work Experience: Recommended Work Experience: EEG Pathway 1 - High School Graduate or equivalent; CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program Graduate; Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway 2 - High School Graduate or equivalent; Non-CAAHEP Formal NDT Program Graduate; Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway 3 - High School Graduate or equivalent; RPSGT Certificate, EEG Pathway 4 - High School Graduate or equivalent; 1 year experience and completion of ASET Core Curriculum, EEG Pathway 5 - High School Graduate or equivalent; 2 years of clinical EEG/PSG experience, EEG Pathway 6 - Associates Degree (Higher Degree Acceptable)

Required Certifications: 1 of the following EEG Pathways - Recommended Certifications: EEG Pathway 1 - EEG Pathway 1 - High School Graduate or equivalent; CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program Graduate; Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway 2 - EEG Pathway 2 - High School Graduate or equivalent; Non-CAAHEP Formal NDT Program Graduate; Current CPR/BLS certification, EEG Pathway 3 - EEG Pathway 3 - High School Graduate or equivalent; RPSGT Certificate, EEG Pathway 4 - EEG Pathway 4 - High School Graduate or equivalent; 1 year experience and completion of ASET Core Curriculum, EEG Pathway 5 - EEG Pathway 5 - High School Graduate or equivalent; 2 years of clinical EEG/PSG experience, EEG Pathway 6 - EEG Pathway 6 - Associates Degree (Higher Degree Acceptable)

Description 1. Ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 System 2. Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results 3. Maintains the patient’s safety through communication to other patient care support staff during EEG if needed 4. Continues to learn and apply basic and intermediate EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices, contraindications for activation procedures, instrumentation and preparation for use 5. Performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function 6. Knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored 7. Communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and healthcare staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answers questions regarding the procedure 8. Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections 9. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations 10. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit 11. Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied 12. Familiar with the facility policy and procedures for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files 13. Contacts supervisory staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit, stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures 14. Other duties as assigned

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s LittleRock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

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