EMG Tech Lead

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 66,221 - 99,338; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A premier health care destination in New Jersey is seeking an EMG Tech Lead to assist with nerve conduction studies and oversee technicians. The ideal candidate should have an Associate's degree, an accredited EMG training, and at least five years of experience in the EMG field. Responsibilities include developing training programs and maintaining EMG equipment. Comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the EMG field required, preferably within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the EMG physician with performing basic nerve conduction studies.
• Train/precept new technicians/physicians in all areas of NCS/EMG and other neurodiagnostic studies.
• Provide direct oversight/reporting of EMG techs.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Electrodiagnostic Technologist registration

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Completion of an accredited EMG training program

Regulatory agency certification (ABEM and/or AAET)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: EMG Tech Lead

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: EEG

Req #: 0000234401

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.07 - $72.11 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the EMG physician with performing basic nerve conduction studies.
• Maintain EMG equipment and test rooms.
• Assist with ordering supplies and equipment.
• Train/precept new technicians/physicians in all areas of NCS/EMG and other neurodiagnostic studies.
• Develop a new technician training program, including policies, procedures, training manual, orientation guidelines and checklists, and competency checklists.
• Create and maintain departmental policies and procedures.
• Provide direct oversight/reporting of EMG techs.
• Assist the department manager with EEG team needs, operational and clinical coverage, and duties of an EEG tech as trained.
• Engage in special projects and tasks at the discretion of the EEG department manager and Director of Neuroscience.
• Ensure familiarity with EMG lab accreditations, and manage the process for application and maintenance.
• Support lab operations, volumes and revenue; participate in programmatic growth, new revenue streams, and building referral pathways and relationships.
• Assist with scheduling EMG patients and submit billing information daily for all studies performed.
• Maintain department medical records in a professional and confidential manner.
• Maintain EMG equipment and work area; ensure cleanliness of equipment and test areas after each use.
• Perform EMG/NCS studies proficiently and collaborate with Neurologist on testing.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and facilitate maintenance and service calls.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher
• Completion of an accredited EMG training program
• Regulatory agency certification (ABEM and/or AAET)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Electrodiagnostic Technologist registration and certification
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the EMG field required, preferably within a hospital setting

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer