Allied Health – EEG Technologist
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Job Description
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.
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.
Required Education:
-High School Diploma OR GED.
-Graduate of CAAHEP accredited EEG program (new grads welcome) OR 2 years of EEG/EMU hands-on experience.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-American Board of Registration of EEG/EP Technologists (ABRET). -BLS (American Heart Assoc.)
