Physical Therapist - EMG / NCV Specialist #1456

St. Clair Hospital; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Physical Therapist to operate specialized equipment for diagnosing brain and nervous system disorders. Candidates must have a current Pennsylvania license and certification in clinical electrophysiology. The role involves working closely with patients and utilizing EMG / NCV testing to assess muscle diseases.

Qualifications

• One year of experience conducting EMG / NCV testing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment to measure and record electrical activity of the brain.
• Operate electromyography equipment for muscle diagnosis.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Current license in Pennsylvania as a physical therapist

Certification in clinical electrophysiology by ABPTS

Job description

Under direction of department leadership, this position will be responsible for operating specialized equipment to measure and record electrical activity of the brain, peripheral nervous system and spinal cord used in the diagnosis of disorders in the brain and nervous system. In addition, will have responsibly to operate electromyography equipment used in the diagnosis of muscle disease and denervation to test the electrical activity of muscles. Compute and record graphic data according to established procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a physical therapist with a certification in clinical electrophysiology by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS).
• One year of experience conducting EMG / NCV testing.
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, outside agencies, and patients and their families.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active involvement in the profession and leadership in the Clinical Electrophysiology Section.
• Prior work experience in an ambulatory care setting.

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