Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist, FT Nights (56390)

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation is seeking a Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist to prepare and conduct various EEG examinations. Responsibilities include collecting information for test interpretation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have two years of experience in a hospital setting, current BLS certification, and must maintain registration as an EEG Technologist. Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an EEG technologist, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain Registered EEG Technologist registration through ABRET.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct various electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations.
• Collect information pertaining to interpretation of EEG tests.
• Use equipment and communicate effectively within and between departments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and practice standards.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Effective interpersonal relationship skills

Basic knowledge of electroencephalographic procedures

Ability to read and comprehend English

Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred

Education

Completion of a healthcare program in a clinical area

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist prepares and conducts various electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations, basic EEG’s, extended epilepsy monitoring, extended monitoring, intraoperative monitoring, and evoke potentials. The Registered EEG Technologist conducts various electroencephalographic examinations and collects information pertaining to the interpretation of the test; as well as evaluates the function and provision of services to patients by using equipment, effective communication skills within and between departments, and close coordination with department Director, Medical Director, and medical staff. The Registered EEG Technologist ensures methods of compliance with the Joint Commission and other regulatory and practice standards; and provides patient care and age-appropriate interventions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct various electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations including basic EEGs, extended epilepsy monitoring, extended monitoring, intraoperative monitoring, and evoke potentials.
• Collect information pertaining to interpretation of EEG tests; evaluate the function and provision of EEG services to patients.
• Use equipment and communicate effectively within and between departments; coordinate with department Director, Medical Director, and medical staff.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory and practice standards; provide patient care and age-appropriate interventions.

Minimum Position Requirements

• Work Experience:
  • Related experience with healthcare equipment in a hospital/healthcare setting.
  • Two years of experience as an EEG technologist, preferably in a hospital setting.
• License/Registration/Certification:
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • Must be current, and maintain, a Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) registration through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET).
• Education and Training:
  • Completion of a healthcare program in a clinical area (i.e., Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, etc.).
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
• Skills:
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Basic knowledge of or ability to learn various electroencephalographic procedures and processes.
  • Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
  • Bilingual, English and Spanish preferred.