Technician- Neurophysiology & Emg

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc

Tupelo (MS)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 30,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform EMG and prepare patients for Nerve Conduction studies. You will ensure patient safety, accuracy of records, and smooth operation of testing procedures in the Neurology department.

Ideal candidates have strong anatomy knowledge, proficiency with testing equipment, and excellent communication skills to interact with patients of all ages and with physicians and staff across departments.

Qualifications

Thorough knowledge of anatomy and technology used in EMG and Nerve Conduction studies.
Computer skills to interact with testing systems.
Ability to care for neonates to geriatrics.
Resource for physicians and staff.
Strong communication and patient-safety focus.

Responsibilities

Performs EMG on adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients as ordered by physician.
Prepares patients for Nerve Conduction studies and handles follow-up documentation.
Maintains accurate records for patient care and charging.
Ensures equipment and supplies are ready for testing and quality recordings.
Acts as a resource for other departments and contacts for neurodiagnostic testing issues.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Testing systems

Pediatric–geriatric care

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Project Search

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department

12607153 Neurology Consultants

Work Shift

$3,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Description

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing high-quality Electromyograms (EMG) on patients of varying age groups and preparing them for Nerve Conduction studies. They demonstrate expertise in conducting initial and ongoing patient assessments, ensuring compliance with testing procedures, and maintaining accurate records. With a strong foundation in anatomy and technology, along with excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities, they play a pivotal role in optimizing patient care and safety within the Neurology department.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs quality Electromyograms (EMG) on adolescents, adults and geriatric patients as ordered by physician with appropriate ordering privileges.
Prepares patients for Nerve Conduction studies and performs all follow-up calculations and documentation.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for patients requiring these modalities.
Performs initial and ongoing patient assessment to assure appropriate understanding and compliance with testing procedures, patient safety, and ability of patient to effectively participate in the testing.
Continuously monitors patient activity and maintains quality recordings through recognition and correction of artifactual data, while remaining vigilant of patient safety and comfort.
Maintains records to provide complete clinical information and to assure accurate patient charging.
Assures that equipment and supplies are available to assure quality patient care.
Maintains inventories, makes copies.
Properly cleans reusable equipment and maintains liquid sterilant according to manufacturer instructions.
Performs maintenance and calibration on all testing equipment as prescribed by manufacturer.
Serves as a resource person for other departments.
Acts as point of contact for issues pertaining to neurodiagnostic testing.
Collects and analyzes Performance Improvement data, including appointment delay times.
Clinical duties as needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of the anatomy and technology associated with the various studies performed
Computer skills adequate to interact with the various testing systems required.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills required to proficiently provide care to a patient population to include: neonates, infants, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
The incumbent will serve as a resource for physicians and other staff.
The incumbent must be able to organize and prioritize departmental responsibilities to optimize quality patient care.
The incumbent will have significant contact with inter- and intra-departmental personnel, physicians, and their office personnel, and the public.
It is imperative that he/she have good communication skills and reflect a positive, caring attitude toward both staff and public

Physical Demands