Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist II (EEG Tech) Bellevue

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,740 - 107,237; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and wellness package

Generous time-off program

Employee resource groups

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospitals in New York, NY, is seeking an Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist II to perform tests for adult and pediatric patients. The role involves overseeing EEG procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient comfort.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, EEG school certification, and experience in video-monitoring. NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• One year of video-monitoring and intra-operative grid hook-up experience.
• Knowledge of protocols for patient preparation and EEG administration.
• Experience in archiving and documenting patient data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and conduct routine EEG tests for patients.
• Monitor inventory of EEG supplies and perform equipment maintenance.
• Prepare patients for testing and ensure integrity of recordings.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of continuous video monitoring

Electrode placement and EEG testing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate of completion from a licensed EEG school

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist II (EEG Technologist). In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and conducting routine, ambulatory, and video EEG tests for both adult and pediatric patients. Maintenance of electrode integrity in tests performed under both outpatient and inpatient settings. Archiving of all EEG studies in a timely manner.

Job Responsibilities

• Assures adequate supply levels and performs cleaning of required equipment.
• Monitors inventory of EEG supplies and alerts Laboratory Assistant and/or supervisor when amounts are low.
• Cleans and prepares equipment daily prior to use on patients.
• Detects equipment malfunctions, makes minor maintenance adjustments, and follows departmental guidelines for troubleshooting equipment. Alerts the supervisor when unable to resolve issue at hand.
• Prepares patient for testing and administers routine EEG. Introduces self to patient and explains protocol.
• Answers inquiries and reassures patient during test to obtain cooperation for best performance.
• Measures head appropriately, places electrodes properly, and checks performance. Prepares patients using proper departmental criteria and techniques to ensure integrity of recordings.
• Obtains standard recordings, recognizes artifacts, and takes appropriate steps to eliminate them.
• Appropriately uses activating procedures such as hyperventilation, photic stimulation, and sleep. Monitors other variables during EEG such as electromyograms, electrocardiograms, electro-oculograms, respiration, etc. When necessary, removes electrodes and gel, cleans patient’s head, and wipes down equipment upon completion.
• Carries out assignment from start to finish within time frame for respective task (e.g., routine EEG 1 hr., hook‑up of inpatient 45 minutes).
• Hooks up surgical grid patients utilizing appropriate montages.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of continuous video monitoring including intra‑operative monitoring such as corticography.
• Documents all patient related data according to departmental procedure. Abstracts relevant information from the patient’s clinical record and obtains additional information by questioning the patient/parent, if minor.
• Accurately assigns individual EEG number to patient avoiding duplication of numbers.
• Appropriately archives and burns data onto CDs, and double checks integrity before deleting data from hard‑drive/server.
• Follows departmental guidelines for documentation of patient data (e.g., name, date, EEG number, date of events, when applicable) into appropriate log books and onto CDs. Is familiar with filing of CDs, videos, and recordings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate of completion from a licensed EEG school
• One year of video‑monitoring (CCTV‑EEG) and intra‑operative grid hook‑up experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of national board examinations (ABRET) in electroencephalography and certification in long‑term monitoring (CLTM)
• Achieve LTM certification and meet recertification requirements
• Good communication skills

Benefits

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. We are an institution you can be proud of, where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and talents. The comprehensive benefits and wellness package supports employees at any stage of life, whether developing a career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The offerings include financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, and employee resource groups for peer support. All employees also have access to a holistic employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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