Location: Gilbert
Shift: Thu, Fri, Sun, Days, 7am-7:30pm
Posting #: 1062294
Employee Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I, is an entry to mid-level position in the Neurodiagnostic department. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I performs routine and complex EEGs procedures according to facility policy and procedures; maintains patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. Communication skills and team work are essential for this position. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I works under the clinical and technical supervision of the Lead Neurodiagnostic Technologist and department Manager.
Position Duties
- Performs procedures appropriate to the competence and credentials of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist ( EEG T., R. EEG T.).
1. Provides a safe recording environment.
2. Establishes rapport with the patient and the patients family; evaluates the patient, secures adequate history and physical information for the reading physician.
3. Performs patient assessment as related to care, such as electrode fixation, product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function; knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored.
4. Performs the EEG procedure according to the guidelines set forth by the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS).
5. Communicates appropriately and effectively with patient and health care staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answer questions regarding the procedure.
6. Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections; identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination.
7. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit; has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should they be applied.
- Maintains continuing education and competencies; Acquires new competencies relative to industry standards in Electroneurodiagnostics.
1. Maintains continuing education by reviewing literature and attending educational meetings for the latest accepted practices and electrical safety relevant to equipment and testing.
2. Continued education: cross-trains in other modalities; works towards registry in Electroneurodiagnostics; works towards registry in other modalities.
- Participates in orienting and mentoring new team members and working with EEG students.
- Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
- Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
- Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
- Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
- Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
- We place children and families at the center of all we do
- We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
- We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
- We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
- We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Position Qualifications
Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.
Education
- 1. High school diploma or equivalent. Required Yes No
- 2. Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program, or, an Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university in health care/science, or, Training in EEG at an Accredited Health Care Facility and eligible for ABRET EEG board exam. Required Yes No
Experience
- 1. One year EEG experience, which may include student clinical rotation or Six months EEG experience which may include student clinical rotation and passed part I of the EEG certification board exam. Preferred Yes No
- 2. Pediatric EEG experience Preferred Yes No
Special Skills
- 1. Well-developed pc and Microsoft Windows knowledge Required Yes No
- 2. Effective communication skills, hard worker, and a team player Required Yes No
Additional Requirements
- 1. Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association Required Yes No
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
- 1. Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
- 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
- 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
- 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
- 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently
- 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
- 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
- 8. Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
- 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently
- 10. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
- 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
- 12. Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
- 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
- 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
- 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
- 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
- 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
- 18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
- 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
- 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable
- 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
- 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels - Applicable
- 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
- 24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
- 25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
- 26. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
- 27. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
- 28. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable
I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirementsand occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree