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　　A Brief OverviewThe Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is an entry level position. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I performs all EEG, Ambulatory/VAMB studies, LTM, and magnoelectroencephalography studies for the hospital. He/she requires supervisory oversight. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I rotates working weekends and holidays for the department. Upon successful completion of orientation, competency assessment and demonstration of the ability to function independently in both the EEG lab and the EMU, as well as, successful credentialing as a R-EEG T., the Neurodiagnostic Technologist I will automatically be promoted to the Neurodiagnostic Specialist I level.

　　What you will do1. Performs routine EEGs using paste and obtains the highest quality data.Learns EEG monitoring (one to two months).Performs EEG monitoring independently (after orientation).Gives instructions to families.Gathers patient information: History and assessmentPrepares patient and family for study.Transcribes information to record.Documents data in Epic.Labels abnormalities and gives interpretations.Teaches students.Notifies supervisor of patient issues (seizures).2. Performs ambulatory and video telemetry studies with collodion or paste, as appropriate.The technologist, after 6 patients, learns to perform ambulatory/VAMB studies and learns to interpret dataThe technologist, after 3-4 months, learns to perform video telemetry studies and learns to interpret data3. Performs QA and maintenance procedures.Troubleshoots with supervision.Learns how to send data to server if off network when recordingUses Epic for documenting necessary information including impression and billing4. Maintains a flexible schedule at all times.Provides daily flexible rotating schedule/weekend support.Education QualificationsHigh School Diploma / GED RequiredTechnical Diploma from an EEG Technology program RequiredExperience QualificationsPrevious hospital and pediatric experience PreferredSkills and AbilitiesAbility to handle mildly to severely brain-damaged children.Mechanical ability and aptitude.Ability to work independently.Ability to work under stress.Ability to be self-motivated.Ability to teach in an organized and effective manner.Ability to make decisions in stressful situations.Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Electroencephalographic Technologist (EEG) - American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Envoked Potential Technologist (ABRET) - within 24 months - Required andBasic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

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