EMG & Nerve Conduction Lab Technologist

Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital seeks an Electrodiagnostic Laboratory Technician to perform EMG and nerve conduction studies under physician supervision. You will prepare patients, set up equipment, record data, and assist in diagnostic processes while maintaining a calm, patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling tests, maintaining inventory, teaching medical staff, and ensuring instrument accuracy and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent.
• Ability to monitor graphic recordings and detect abnormalities with binocular microscope.
• Technical ability to set up testing equipment and reduce interference.
• Knowledge of diseases, muscle and nerve anatomy and physiology.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to explain procedures and elicit cooperation.
• Analytical skills to determine interference causes and summarize studies.
• Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review requests for electrodiagnostic tests and plan schedules.
• Prepare laboratory and supplies for procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce fear and anxiety.
• Set up and calibrate test equipment and ensure good conductivity.
• Perform diagnostic studies and record, tabulate and summarize data.
• Maintain patient records and assist in teaching medical staff and students.
• Maintain and service laboratory equipment and report major repairs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Electrodiagnostic equipment

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital seeks an Electrodiagnostic Laboratory Technician to perform EMG and nerve conduction studies under physician supervision. You will prepare patients, set up equipment, record data, and assist in diagnostic processes while maintaining a calm, patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling tests, maintaining inventory, teaching medical staff, and ensuring instrument accuracy and safety.