EMG Technologist I or II - MGH Waltham and Boston Labs

The General Hospital Corporation; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in the United States seeks an EMG Technologist to perform nerve conduction studies and autonomic testing under the direction of the Chief Technologist in the EMG Lab. The role includes patient preparation, instrument calibration, and collaboration with physicians to support accurate testing and timely reports.

Responsibilities cover room setup, patient care, documentation, and order entry in Epic, with opportunities to advance skills in autonomic testing and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• CNCT or AAET certification preferred within 2 years of hire.
• Experience as Neurodiagnostic Technologist a plus; 0–2 years for EMG Tech II.
• Familiarity with EMG/NCS procedures and basic electrophysiology concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare EMG testing rooms and maintain supplies.
• Coordinate patient flow with scheduling team.
• Calibrate EMG instruments for standard recordings.
• Perform NCS and EMG testing; identify normal vs abnormal results.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain cooperation.
• Assist neurodiagnostic physicians during tests.
• Enter billing codes in Epic after study completion.
• Support inpatient EMG when required; ensure safety and privacy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Software literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree related field

Tools

Epic EMR

CNCT AAET certification

EMG instrumentation

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the BWH/MGH Chief Technologist in the EMG Lab, the EMG technologist will perform nerve conduction studies, quantitative sensory testing, autonomic function testing and duties to assist physicians in performing EMGs. The EMG technologist will also perform miscellaneous support duties. The EMG technologist will work collaboratively to understand the patient schedule for the day and split up responsibilities as appropriate. This position will work closely with physicians and assist them in performing these tests.

Job Description

1. 1. Prepare EMG testing rooms with clean linen and all necessary equipment and supplies. Maintain cleanliness of exam room and equipment. Clean and stock carts for EMG rooms. Check for adequate paper supply in printers.
2. 2. Work with other technologists to review schedules and plan for patient flow.
3. 3. Perform appropriate calibration procedures on Electromyography (EMG) instrument for standard recordings. Manipulate instrument controls for optimal recording of electrical responses.
4. 4. Prepare the patient, applying a variety of surface electrodes as required; accurately obtain standard Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS); distinguish between normal and abnormal results; describe all abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the test; recognize physiological and non-physiological artefacts and take appropriate steps to eliminate them.
5. 5. Explain the test procedure to the patient and obtain the patient's cooperation for the best performance of the procedure. Review the medical chart for orders and special needs.
6. 6. Assist the neurodiagnostic physician with EMG studies as needed by preparing or manipulating the instrument and recording findings.
7. 7. Input appropriate billing codes immediately after completion of the study so that fellows and attendings can create, finalize, and sign reports within the same session.
8. 8. Assist physicians in the performance of tests by preparing and assisting with anxious, uncooperative, or physically challenged patients. (i.e. changing of clothes, refreshments, warming of limbs, bathroom needs, electrode removal).
9. 9. Performs electrode testing and keeps account of all electrodes after each test.
10. 9. Order supplies (clerical, lab, linens). Keeps shelves neat and orderly.
11. 10. Demonstrate knowledge of peripheral nervous system, diseases related to neurodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electrodes and electrical safety.
12. 11. Demonstrate professional, positive, and patient appropriate interpersonal skills with patients, physician staff, and other hospital/clinic staff members.
13. 12. Work toward acquiring specialized skills to perform more advanced neurodiagnostic procedures such as autonomic testing.
14. 13. Participate in neuromuscular division educational activities whenever possible and contribute to the education of residents and fellow trainees.
15. 14. Comply with OSHA and JCAHO standards for universal precautions and electrical safety guidelines.
16. 15. Adheres to training regarding ethical responsibilities, confidentiality, HIPAA, and hospital policies around data safety.
17. 16. Assist neurology for EMG/NCS with research protocols and obtain proper certification to work on research patients.
18. 17. Create EMG orders for external referrals in Epic. File, fax or mail EMG reports and requisitions as requested.
19. 18. Update EMG patient list throughout the day.
20. 19. On occasion, will perform EMGs in the inpatient setting.
21. 20. Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) training and maintain active certification.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) or American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) certification within 2 years of hire preferred.

Experience

• EMG Tech I - Experience as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist 0-1 year preferred
• EMG Tech II - Experience as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1. Excellent interpersonal, communications, and organizational skills
• 2. Customer service skills
• 3. Ability to troubleshoot and make decisions quickly and independently
• 4. Ability to troubleshoot information systems
• 5. Ability to quickly learn new software application

Hours: 8.00 am to 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday)