Neurodiagnostic Tech - City Campus - Pool

Atlanticare; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & &

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer matches

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Wellness Programs

Job summary

AtlantiCare seeks a Neurodiagnostic Technologist I-PRN to perform routine EEGs, STAT EEGs, and long-term monitoring across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role demands technical skill, clinical judgment, and adherence to national standards under supervision.

Required: high school diploma, associate degree, and BLS; pursuing ABRET (R.EEGT) within three years. PRN staffing supports high-acuity environments.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion.
• Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire.
• 1–3 years minimum in Neurodiagnostics.
• American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine EEG studies according to protocols and competencies.
• Respond to STAT EEG requests within defined time and quality standards.
• Perform LTM/EMU hook-ups including electrode application and patient education.
• Ensure patient safety, infection prevention, and seizure precautions.
• Document procedures, events, and technical observations.
• Escalate clinical, technical, or safety concerns per policy.
• Maintain competencies and participate in ongoing education.
• Complete annual competency validation.

Skills

EEG procedures

LTM/EMU hook-ups

Neurodiagnostic technology

Inpatient/outpatient care

Clinical documentation

Education

Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ABRET credential pursuit guidance

Job description

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION TITLE: Neurodiagnostic Technologist I-PRN JOB CODE: #3557 EXEMPT: NON-EXEMPT: X DATE: 1/26 REVISED:

Minimum Qualifications

• Preferred: Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion
• Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire
• Consideration given to AtlantiCare employees in good standing who can demonstrate validated competency by evaluation
• Organizational leadership approval required
• American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

POSITION SUMMARY. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I-PRN performs neurodiagnostic procedures including routine EEGs, STAT EEGs, and long-term monitoring (LTM/EMU) hook-ups in accordance with departmental protocols, validated competencies, and national standards. This role provides high-reliability, flexible staffing support across inpatient and outpatient environments, including high-acuity settings. The technologist functions with a high degree of technical skill, clinical judgment, and professional accountability under a competency-based supervision model aligned with ASET and ABRET standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Consideration given to AtlantiCare employees in good standing who can demonstrate validated competency by evaluation
• Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire

License/Certification

• American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer
• Preferred: Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion

Experience

• 1-3 years minimum in the field of Neurodiagnostics required

Performance Expectations

Core Responsibilities

• Perform routine EEG studies according to departmental protocols and validated competencies
• Respond to and complete STAT EEG requests within defined time, quality, and safety standards
• Perform LTM/EMU hook-ups including electrode application, securement, patient education, and documentation
• Ensure patient safety, infection prevention, skin integrity assessment, and seizure precautions
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct technical artifacts within scope of practice
• Accurately document procedures, events, technical observations, and communications
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, providers, supervising technologists, and neuroscience leadership
• Escalate clinical, technical, or safety concerns per departmental policy
• Maintain required competencies and participate in ongoing education
• Work under the direction of a credentialed Neurodiagnostic Technologist
• Complete annual competency validation

Scope of Practice

• Routine EEGs
• STAT EEGs
• LTM / EMU hook-ups
• Float coverage limited to modalities with validated competencies

Accountabilities and Expectations

• Clinical Judgment, Patient Safety, and Escalation
• Demonstrates advanced situational awareness across inpatient, outpatient, and high-acuity environments
• Applies patient identification, time-out, infection prevention, and safety protocols
• Anticipates and mitigates risks related to seizures, altered mental status, and skin integrity
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates timely escalation
• Identifies clinically significant EEG abnormalities within scope of practice
• Communicates proactively with the Medical Director of the Neuroscience Department or designee regarding concerning findings
• Collaborates with nursing and providers to route patients to the appropriate level of care
• Maintains effectiveness during emergent or time-sensitive EEG requests
• Documents abnormalities, escalations, and communications according to standards

Technical Expertise and Signal Integrity

• Executes neurodiagnostic procedures with high technical accuracy
• Applies electrodes using accepted national standards
• Identifies and resolves common and complex EEG artifacts
• Maintains signal quality appropriate for physician interpretation
• Ensures accurate labeling and secure handling of EEG data

Modality-Specific Performance Expectations

Routine EEG

• Performs complete studies end-to-end
• Documents patient state, events, and technical observations
• Adapts technique to patient limitations

STAT EEG

• Responds rapidly in time-sensitive scenarios
• Performs studies in ICU, ED, and other high-acuity settings
• Escalates urgent findings per protocol

LTM and EMU Hook-Ups

• Applies electrodes suitable for prolonged monitoring
• Educates patients and families on event reporting and safety
• Ensures effective handoff to monitoring staff

Autonomy, Supervision, and Professional Judgment

• Functions independently within validated competencies
• Demonstrates sound judgment regarding consultation and escalation
• Communicates concerns impacting patient safety or workflow
• Serves as a clinical extension of Neuroscience leadership
• Provides reliable PRN coverage across shifts and acuity levels

Professional Accountability and Reliability

• Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, and accountability
• Maintains readiness for short-notice staffing needs
• Completes annual competency validation
• Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives
• Progresses along the ASET-aligned career pathway when applicable

WORK ENVIRONMENT. Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. (Refers to Blood Bourne Pathogen requirement) Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP. This position will report directly to electroneurodiagnostic registered technician lead. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.