Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
The EEG Technologist provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedures. Performs procedures appropriate to their competence and credentials held under general technical supervision.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
None Required

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
American Board of Registration of EEG/EP Technologists (ABRET) within 2 years and

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of CAAHEP accredited EEG program (new grads welcome) OR Two (2) years of EEG/EMU hands-on experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Organizational ability necessary. Ability to communicate effectively and work corroboratively with others. Ability to accept and institute changes. Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge and skills essential.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Cleans and disinfects equipment with appropriate solutions. Follows infection control policies.
• Completes all types of neurodiagnostic tests.
• Documents appropriate data in patient chart and lab files.
• Explains tests, procedures to patients in order to obtain optimal results.
• Notifies Neuroscience physician as needed for grossly abnormal EEG tracings.
• Performs accurate documentation.
• Performs all types of EEGs to include ambulatory, bedside, electrical cerebral silence and standard lab EEGs.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures. Provides patient with instructions/explanations as needed. Understands and communicates based on age appropriate information.
• Troubleshoots equipment, follows division policy to arrange repair service when indicated.

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