Neurodiagnostic Technician CNIM

100 LCMC Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health is seeking a skilled Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform standard and complex neurophysiological testing. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work with pediatric patients. Responsibilities include comprehensive testing and documentation, adhering to safety protocols, and providing compassionate care.

This role requires certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) and R.EEG.T. with at least 2 years of relevant experience. A dynamic work environment is provided, with varying hours.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Intraoperative monitoring experience.
• Preferred: 1 year of Pediatric experience.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex Electro-Neurophysiological Testing.
• Assure patient safety and adhere to department policies.
• Document and communicate effectively with patients.

Skills

Excellent oral/written interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to perform standard/complex neurodiagnostic studies

Ability to safeguard patients in emergency situations

Education

Certification for Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM)

Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T.)

Tools

Electroencephalograph

EMG System

Job description

GENERAL DUTIES

• Performs Standard and Complex Electro‑Neurophysiological Testing: Provides testing on central nervous system, remains compliant to department policy and guideline standards implemented including long‑term epilepsy monitoring, electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, etc.
• Performs LED and pattern shift, electroretinogram, electrocorticography for grid and robotic assisted procedures, electrophysiologic monitoring in surgery including evoked potentials, motor evoked potentials, free run and stimulated electromyogram, cranial nerve monitoring, h‑reflexes, stimulated nerve mapping, etc.
• Provides assistance with electromyogram testing/nerve conduction studies and Botox injections.
• Maintains stock supply for surgical procedures related to epilepsy surgery.
• Practices International 10/20 Measuring System.
• Explanation and education of procedures: Identifies patient according to policy.
• Provides a clear explanation of the procedure to the patient and/or responsible person present.
• Summarizes the patient’s neurological status and enters completed comprehensive patient history into the acquiring computer system.
• Neurological Documentation: Provides appropriate patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during a clinical or subclinical event and other emergent situations.
• Takes appropriate action to ensure patient safety.
• Verifies all test requested include appropriate orders for the procedures and the procedures are accurately charged and entered in data logging.
• Technical Recording Enhancement: Implements alternative methods, adjust controls outside of the normative parameters to obtain optimal recording and is able to enhance abnormalities.
• Utilizes stimulation and activation techniques appropriately.
• Recognizes, documents and eliminates artifacts and/or take proper measures to monitor suspected artifacts.
• Creates, programs new files and settings used in the Neurodiagnostic protocol using system software and procedure guidelines.
• Safety: Maintains and cleans equipment after use (basic infection control) to ensure equipment is in proper working order.
• Applies troubleshooting methods, repairs and/or replaces instrument parts as needed with immediate notification to the manager.
• Communicates with technical support during troubleshooting of equipment and/or computer.
• Lifts, moves or transfers patients utilizing proper body mechanics to prevent self‑injury or injury to others.
• Acts as a resource for other team members as needed including training of staff in all modalities provided in neurodiagnostics (including intra‑operative protocols).
• Offers assistance in office duties such as, but is not limited to, answering phones, scheduling appointments and scanning.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of Intraoperative monitoring.
• Preferred: 1 year of Pediatric experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS). Required. Issuer: American Heart Association.
• Certification for Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM). Required. Issuer: American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists, Inc. (ABRET).
• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T.). Issuer: The American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists, Inc. (ABRET).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent oral/written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform standard/complex neurodiagnostic studies according to established standards and practices on patients from 0-21 years.
• Ability to maintain a compassionate and professional demeanor while providing care for severely ill patients.
• Ability to safeguard patients in emergency situations.
• Ability to follow HIPPA guidelines.
• Ability to develop, maintain and adapt to the culture and professionalism within the facility.
• Ability to prioritize and develop organization within the work environment.
• Skills/Operation of Equipment include electroencephalograph/LTM System(s), evoked potentials/EMG System(s), personal computer and peripherals, video equipment, other essential diagnostic equipment, facsimile, photocopier, etc.

WORK SHIFT

Variable Hours (United States of America)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.