Neurodiagnostic Technologist I - EEG

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join their team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality EEG studies while adhering to strict protocols and standards. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy immediate health benefits and a competitive compensation package, including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a positive work environment while ensuring exceptional patient care. If you are passionate about neurodiagnostics and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Immediate health benefits

401k with employer match

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of Neurodiagnostic Technologist experience.
• Certification as ABRET Registered EEG Technologist is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform EEG studies according to lab protocols and standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.

Skills

Neurodiagnostic Technologist

EEG studies

Communication Skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Basic Life Support Certification

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Neurodiagnostic specialty

Graduate of Neurodiagnostic Technology program

On-the-job training with EEG experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

You may be eligible for a sign on bonus of $10,000.00 and relocation assistance.

Immediate health benefits

- No state income tax

- Competitive, market-based compensation

- Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts

- 401k Retirement Savings plans with employer match of 40 cents for every $1 up to 8%

- Life Insurance

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION SUMMARY:

To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by committing to the Health First I-CARE Values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence and be fully engaged in contributing to a positive and productive work environment of performing, and processing quality EEG tracings, following all Health First, hospital and departmental protocols in a professional manner.

Primary Accountabilities:

1. Performs EEG studies appropriate to age and condition of patient according to lab protocols and standards.
2. Acquires information and evaluates the patient prior to the procedure by reviewing patient’s medical record.
3. Alerts Neurohospitalist and ICU team to the occurrence of non-convulsive and/or convulsive seizure activity.
4. Effectively communicates with all patients, physicians, and staff, including any delays to care team (nursing staff, Neurologist, and supervisor).
5. Follows American Clinical Neurophysiology Society (ACNS) guidelines.
6. Comprehends anatomical correlation of EEG waveforms.
7. Distinguishes normal adult EEG waveforms, variants and artifactual activity in the EEG record.
8. Ensures all long-term monitoring EEGs are set-up to maintain skin integrity at electrode sites.
9. Maintains flexibility to adapt to changes in workflow processes and fluctuations in patient volumes and staffing needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
• Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, and credential in an area of Neurodiagnostic specialty from the appropriate credentialing board,
• OR Graduate of a Neurodiagnostic Technology program accredited by the committee on Accreditation for Education in Neurodiagnostic Technology (CoA-NDT) and by the commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP),
• OR On-the-job training with one (1) year of acute clinical EEG experience.
• Work Experience: At least one (1) year Neurodiagnostic Technologist experience.
• Certification:
• ABRET Registered EEG Technologist, OR, ABRET registry obtained within two (2) years of transfer/hire.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to take call acknowledging emergency alerts within five (5) minutes and presenting to hospital within 60 minutes of alert.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge in routine and critical care EEG.
• Ability to test in all patient populations; neonatal, pediatric and adults.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Flexibility to meet variable shift and census needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in other modalities of Neurodiagnostic testing including Nerve Conduction studies, Evoked Potentials and/or Transcranial Doppler studies is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or over head.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease or water.
• May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC Guidelines.
• May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials.
• May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined; on site or remote.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.