Neurodiagnostic Technologist

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technician to perform EEG/EMG procedures in a fast-paced hospital environment. The role requires competency in designated areas within 6 months and involves both adult and pediatric patients.

The technician coordinates scheduling, prepares patients, documents findings, and supports physicians with data to aid diagnosis. Certification timelines and BLS are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the listed educational requirements.
• Certification within two years of hire into ND Tech role.
• Various ND certifications required or obtainable within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and prioritizes scheduling of inpatient and outpatient procedures.
• Ensures completion of patient testing within established timeframes.
• Documents procedures in patient charts.
• Evaluates final reports to facilitate proper billing.
• Obtains necessary information from clinical records to ensure quality studies.
• Performs ND procedures in EEG or EMG area per policy and competency.
• Ensures accurate recording of neurological impulses and artifacts.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associates Degree in Allied Health

CAAHEP ND program

ASET EEG Core Curriculum

R.NCS.T. certification (ABRET/AAET)

CNCT certification (ABEM)

R.EEG.T certification (ABRET)

BLS certification within 30 days

Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health

CAAHEP ND Program (Graduate)

R.EEG.T upon hire

Job description

Utilizes a variety of specialized technical skills in order to perform Neurodiagnostic (ND) procedures without direct supervision. Prepares patients for and conducts both routine and specialized ND procedures in one area of specialization (EEG, EMG). Must meet competency standards in designated area of specialization within 6 months of hire date. Competency requirements include both adult and pediatric/neonate patients. Assists the medical staff with the performance of complex procedures. Provides the physicians of the Neuro Labs with the technical data necessary to achieve a diagnosis. Assists in the technical training of house staff and technician trainees. Assists in developing and performing new or difficult procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Must meet ONE of the following educational requirements:
• Associates Degree, preferably in an Allied Health Field
• Graduate of a program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP ND)
• Completion of ASET EEG Core Curriculum
• Must be certified in ONE of the following or obtain within two (2) years of hire into ND Tech role:
• Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) through the American Board of Registration ofElectroencephalographicand Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) OR the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET)
• Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) through American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM)
• RegisteredElectroencephalographicTechnologist (R.EEG.T) through the American Board of Registration ofElectroencephalographicand Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET)
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Allied Health Field
• Graduate of a program through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP ND) Program
• RegisteredElectroencephalographicTechnologist (R.EEG.T) through the American Board of Registration ofElectroencephalographicand Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) upon hire
• ASET member of the Neurodiagnostic Society

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates and prioritizes scheduling of both inpatient and outpatient procedures while ensuring proper document flow and storage according to established departmental guidelines.
• Assures the completion of all patient testing procedures coordinating the inpatient demand with outpatient schedule within established time frames, as observed by supervision.
• Documents procedure performed in the patient chart within established guidelines, as observed by supervision.
• Evaluates and analyzes the final report in order to facilitate proper billing procedures in a timely and accurate manner, as monitored by supervision.
• Obtains necessary information from the clinical record, requisition, or by directly questioning the patient in order to enable the technologist to be aware of any special circumstances involved and to achieve a quality study so as to facilitate the completion of a final report, as monitored by supervision.
• Performs ND procedures in one area of specialization (EEG or EMG) in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Neuro Labs, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the facility under potentially emergent conditions, thus demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned area. Must meet all competencies related to the designated area of specialization (EEG or EMG).
• Assures the accurate recording of the electrical impulses of the neurological system by:
• Exercising a thorough knowledge of the impulses being recorded.
• Describing normal and abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the procedure.
• Detecting and eliminating artifact.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift, push, or pull minimum of 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Performs ND procedures in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Neuro Labs, at the bedside and in critical care areas of the facility under potentially emergent conditions.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center

4138 WVUH CH Pediatrics Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Address

1 Medical Center Drive
Morgantown
West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.