Neurodiagnostic Tech Level 1

5 months ago

Neptune City, United States Hackensack Meridian Health Full time

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist Level 1 performs standard and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures for patients with moderate supervision as directed according to established standards and practices. Provides technical assistance and training to students. Completes all necessary documentation for departmental records and patient procedures. Supports all functions, goals, and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs that involve the Neurodiagnostic Lab and Epilepsy Unit.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Neurodiagnostic Technologist, Level 1 at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Electrode Placement

1. Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp.
2. Routinely achieves impedance levels below 10k ohms.

Routine EEGs

3. Performs standard EEG recordings according to the departmental protocols including awake and asleep, bedside, isolation, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, etc.
4. Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp.
5. Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on the history, clinical observations, and EEG findings.
6. Compiles data on patient's neurologic status and clinical history which may be pertinent to interpretation of the Neurodiagnostic procedure from the chart, patient or family, etc.
7. Completes both technical and professional bills upon completion of study and enters billing number in the record.
8. Documents completion of study in the electronic log.

Video EEGs

9. Performs standard Video EEG Long Term Monitoring recording according to the department protocols.
10. Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp.
11. Maintain and replace electrodes as needed to maintain the integrity of the EEG recordings.
12. Collects patient information pertinent to the interpretation of these tests and employs proper procedures for testing.
13. Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on the history, clinical observations, and EEG findings.
14. Compiles data on patient's neurologic status and clinical history which may be pertinent to interpretation of the Neurodiagnostic procedure from the chart, patient or family, etc.
15. Completes both technical bills upon completion of study and enters billing number in the record.
16. Documents completion of study in the electronic log.

Evoked Potentials

17. Performs standard Visual Evoked Potentials, Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potentials, and Somatosensory Evoked Potentials according to ACNS guidelines.
18. Ensures technical quality of recordings by making adjustments as necessary.

Support During Seizures

19. Provides supportive patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizure and other patient emergency situations.
20. Assesses patient's memory, language, and patient's ability to follow commands during patient events. Place call to EMS in the event of an external medical emergency. Notifies interpreting physicians in the event the patient has a seizure during recording.

Customer/Peer Relations

21. Works in a professional and collaborative manner with all team members and physicians in the delivery of patient care and monitoring.
22. Displays a commitment of the value of teamwork by building strong relationships with patients, families, and team members. Cooperates and collaborates to perform duties promoting a unified and spirited workplace.

Departmental Protocols

23. Follows all department protocols
24. Complies with all departmental policies described in the Departmental Policy and Procedure Manual.

Neurodiagnostic Equipment

25. Maintains all neurodiagnostic equipment in good working order.
26. Inspects for malfunctions and makes minor adjustments. Reports to manager/designee for major repairs. Cleans equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and within established HMH policy and procedure.

Continuing Education

27. Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, in-services, workshops, reading current publications on Neurophysiology testing/technology and Neurological disease, online CME through various professional organizations and manufacturers, and viewing recorded educational programs.

Safety and Infection Control

28. Practices universal precautions and follows all safety and infection control policies.
29. Disinfects and cleans equipment according to the manufacturer's guidelines and standards outlined in the Infection Control policy and Department policy.
30. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/visitors/team members in accordance with hospital standards.
31. Reports Risk Management concerns.
32. Responsible for completing all hospital and department annual mandatory requirements.

33. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
34. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

1. Exerts up to 50lbs of force occasionally and up to 25lbs to move objects.
2. Substances- potential exposure to hazardous substances, chemicals, equipment, and reagents.
3. Blood- borne pathogens exposure
4. Contact Job- potential exposure to patient blood and/or body fluids or airborne contaminants.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
2. Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions.
3. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing .
4. Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft or Google productivity suite.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

1. Associate's Degree in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology or equivalent

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
2. Eligible for ABRET registration

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today

Our Network

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility

As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.

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