Neurodiagnostic Technologist

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Cedar Crest (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Neurodiagnostic Technician to perform high-quality EEG procedures and assist with patient preparation and care at the Cedar Crest location. The role requires following ACNS guidelines and interfacing with physicians and staff to ensure accurate studies.

Day shift with cross-site coverage is required. The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with clinical teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to problem solve using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Detail oriented with efficient computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and with physicians and other clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality neurodiagnostic procedures according to policy and procedures.
• Prepare patient for testing.
• Provide direct patient care and support as directed by patient need.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures and participate in mandatory programs.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete; perform clerical tasks as needed.
• Exhibit professional behavior and attitude crucial to role proficiency.
• Use effective communication with physicians, clinical staff, fellow employees, hospital staff and the public.
• Perform other duties/goals as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree or enrolled in neurodiagnostic program

Job description

Summary

Responsible and accountable for the performance of high-quality Neurodiagnostic procedures following the "American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS) Guidelines under minimal supervision. Must include accurate patient measurements and electrode application following the "International System of Electrode Placement" precise recordings, proper adjustment of equipment and testing procedures to reflect patient need and/or clinical physiology, enabling physician to make proper interpretation of study. Must be flexible to cross cover sites and assigned shifts.

Job Duties

• According to policy and procedures performs high quality neurodiagnostic procedures
• According to policy and procedure, prepare patient for testing.
• According to policy and procedure provides direct patient care and support service as direct by patient need.
• Adheres to all polices and procedures and participates in all mandatory programs.
• Ensures documentation is accurate and compete and performs a variety of clerical tasks.
• Exhibits behaviors and attitude critical to successful role proficiency.
• Utilizes effective communication skills in all interpersonal interaction with physicians, clinical staff, fellow employees, hospital staff and the public.
• Performs other duties/goals as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to problem solve using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.
• Detail oriented with efficient computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and interdependently with physicians, co-workers and other clinical staff.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Enrolled in a neurodiagnostic school program.
• or 1 year experience in health care or related field.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law.

All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: 7:00a-7:30p Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Department: 1004-09087 EEG - CC

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