EEG Technologist I - Neurophysiology Lab (Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p)

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Springdale seeks an EEG Tech I to support the Neurophysiology Lab’s EEG procedures. This entry to mid-level role ensures patient safety during testing and assists with training under supervision.

The EEG Tech I will apply electrodes accurately, monitor for clinically significant events, and maintain equipment and documentation per policy. Work shifts are Monday–Friday 8am-4:30pm with possible weekend call shifts; the position is safety sensitive and may require

Qualifications

• EEG Pathway Options required or recommended.
• Current CPR/BLS certification per pathway.

Responsibilities

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

Education

EEG Pathway Options

Job description

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Springdale seeks an EEG Tech I to support the Neurophysiology Lab’s EEG procedures. This entry to mid-level role ensures patient safety during testing and assists with training under supervision.

The EEG Tech I will apply electrodes accurately, monitor for clinically significant events, and maintain equipment and documentation per policy. Work shifts are Monday–Friday 8am-4:30pm with possible weekend call shifts; the position is safety sensitive and may require