EMG Tech Nerve Conduction Specialist - Neurology Clinic

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics is seeking an EMG Tech Nerve Conduction Specialist for our Neurology Clinic in Salem. This full-time, 40-hour/week role performs routine nerve conduction studies under physician supervision, ensuring high-quality diagnostic results, patient comfort, and clear communication throughout testing.

You will maintain the EMG Lab, prepare rooms and equipment, manage inventory, assist during needle examinations, and support scheduling, medical records, and general

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist within one year of hire.
• BLS certification.
• Two years' clinical experience in health care.

Responsibilities

• Perform nerve conduction studies on common and uncommon nerves under physician supervision.
• Recognize normal vs abnormal results and troubleshoot artifacts and technical issues.
• Prepare patients and rooms, explain procedures clearly and compassionately.
• Assist EMG physicians during needle examinations and support procedures as needed.
• Maintain EMG equipment, identify malfunctions and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Manage inventory and supplies, coordinate orders and verify deliveries.
• Support lab operations with instruments and supplies for testing.
• Coordinate patient scheduling, confirmations, and education for testing.
• Handle daily office tasks such as answering phones and scanning medical records.

Skills

Nerve conduction studies

Clinical healthcare experience

BLS certification

Job description

EMG Tech Nerve Conduction Specialist - Neurology Clinic - 18158

US:OR:Salem | Imaging / Radiology Services | Full Time

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Description

Location: Salem Health Medical Clinics, 875 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97302
Department:Neurology Clinic
Position Type:Full Time, 40 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 7:00am - 5:30pm, four 10-hour shifts/week, Monday, Wednesday - Friday
Your role with us

Bring technical expertise and compassionate patient care together in a specialized role that helps physicians diagnose neuromuscular conditions and guide treatment decisions. As an EMG/nerve conduction specialist, independently perform routine nerve conduction studies under physician supervision while recognizing normal and abnormal findings, troubleshooting technical challenges and adapting studies to obtain high-quality diagnostic results. Help patients feel informed and comfortable by explaining procedures, reviewing relevant medical information and preparing them for testing while assisting the EMG physician during needle examinations. Maintain a safe and efficient EMG Lab by preparing procedure rooms, caring for equipment and ensuring instruments and supplies are ready when needed. Support a seamless patient experience through scheduling, appointment coordination, medical record management and clear communication throughout the testing process. This role offers the opportunity to develop specialized technical expertise while making a meaningful contribution to accurate diagnosis, exceptional patient care and the work of a collaborative clinical team.

What you'll do

Perform nerve conduction studies on common and uncommon nerves in accordance with established guidelines and under the supervision of EMG physicians.

Recognize normal and abnormal results while identifying and troubleshooting physiologic artifacts, technical issues and other factors that may affect study quality.

Prepare patients and procedure rooms for testing by reviewing medical information, identifying special considerations and explaining procedures clearly and compassionately.

Assist EMG physicians during needle examinations by preparing equipment, supporting procedures and responding to testing needs.

Maintain EMG equipment in clean and reliable operating condition while identifying malfunctions, completing minor adjustments and escalating repair needs appropriately.

Manage inventory by monitoring supplies, equipment and reagents, coordinating authorized orders and verifying incoming deliveries.

Support efficient lab operations by ensuring necessary instruments, equipment and supplies are consistently available for patient testing.

Coordinate patient scheduling, appointment confirmations and education to help patients understand and prepare for the testing process.

Support daily office operations by answering phones, scanning medical records and completing additional administrative responsibilities as needed.

Required qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Two years' clinical experience in health care.

Additional information

• Demonstrated knowledge of the peripheral nervous system, diseases related to electrodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electronics and electrical safety.
• Ability to safely operate required equipment, including performing sterilization and calibration as needed.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and its application in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency with computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].