Nerve Conduction Technologist Certified

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Nerve Conduction Technologist Certified, where you'll play a vital role in performing neurodiagnostic tests that aid in the diagnosis of neurological disorders. This position involves working closely with physicians and educating patients to ensure a smooth testing process. You'll be responsible for maintaining advanced equipment and contributing to patient safety and quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient outcomes and enjoy a collaborative work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of an END/Neurodiagnostic Technologist program or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in nerve conduction studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform nerve conduction studies to assess peripheral nerves and muscles.
• Educate patients on procedures to enhance understanding and cooperation.
• Maintain and calibrate neurodiagnostic equipment.

Skills

Nerve Conduction Studies

Patient Education

Equipment Calibration

Monitoring Patients

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

END/Neurodiagnostic Technologist program

Tools

Electromyography (EMG) equipment

Evoked Potential (EP) instruments

Job description

A Nerve Conduction Technologist Certified performs neurodiagnostic tests including nerve conduction studies to assess the function and integrity of the peripheral nerves and muscles. This role is responsible for educating and preparing patients prior to their electromyography (EMG) procedures. The Nerve Conduction Technologist Certified works closely with physicians to aid in the accurate diagnosis and monitoring of neurological disorders and conditions to ensure the design of effective treatment plans for patients.

Performs a comprehensive range of Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), adhering to national standards to record and study electrical activity in the brain and the nervous system to help doctors diagnose neurological issues. Maintains and calibrates all neurodiagnostic equipment while ensuring an adequate supply of neurodiagnostic materials to promote a smooth workflow and reliable neurodiagnostic testing and contribute to patient safety and quality care. Educates patients regarding NCS, Electromyography (EMG) to enhance patient understanding and cooperation during testing and promote a positive patient experience. Monitors patients during tests or surgeries using, evoked potential (EP) instruments, or video recording equipment. Summarizes technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep, or nervous system disorders. Sets up, programs, and records montages or electrical combinations when testing peripheral nerve, spinal cord, subcortical, or cortical responses. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Completion of an END/Neurodiagnostic Technologist program or eligible for certification through the completion of on the job training in nerve conduction studies as required for certification.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 1 year experience in nerve conduction studies

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:

Required: Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.