EMG & Neurodiagnostic Technologist

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform EMG studies across age groups and prepare patients for nerve conduction testing. You will ensure accurate testing and maintain patient safety throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes high-quality recordings, equipment calibration, data integrity, and collaboration with the Neurology team to optimize patient care. Strong communication and meticulous record-keeping are essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality Electromyograms (EMG) on adolescents, adults and geriatric patients as ordered by physician with appropriate ordering privileges.
• Prepares patients for Nerve Conduction studies and performs all follow-up calculations and documentation.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for patients requiring these modalities.
• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessment to assure appropriate understanding and compliance with testing procedures, patient safety, and ability of patient to effectively participate in the testing.
• Continuously monitors patient activity and maintains quality recordings through recognition and correction of artifactual data, while remaining vigilant of patient safety and comfort.
• Maintains records to provide complete clinical information and to assure accurate patient charging.
• Assures that equipment and supplies are available to assure quality patient care.
• Maintains inventories, makes copies.
• Properly cleans reusable equipment and maintains liquid sterilant according to manufacturer instructions.
• Performs maintenance and calibration on all testing equipment as prescribed by manufacturer.
• Serves as a resource person for other departments.
• Acts as point of contact for issues pertaining to neurodiagnostic testing.
• Collects and analyzes Performance Improvement data, including appointment delay times.
• Clinical duties as needed.

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform EMG studies across age groups and prepare patients for nerve conduction testing. You will ensure accurate testing and maintain patient safety throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes high-quality recordings, equipment calibration, data integrity, and collaboration with the Neurology team to optimize patient care. Strong communication and meticulous record-keeping are essential.