EEG Technician-Electro-Neuro Diagnostic

 The role is responsible for independently conducting all operations related to EEG, analyses its record and assisting technologists in their task.

Responsibilities

•   Explains the test procedure to the patient to obtain the patient’s cooperation necessary for a complete examination. 
•   Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10-20 System. Ensure that electrode impedance meets laboratory standards. 
•   Performs EEG records according to the standards and protocols of the laboratory (routine, sleep, and bedside). 
•   Performs long-term video monitoring EEG in the epilepsy monitoring unit 
•   Implements alternative methods or adjusts controls of the machine to obtain the optimal recording.  
•   Distinguishes between normal and abnormal test results – describes and annotates all manifestations and changes observed during tests. 
•   Recognizes artifacts and perform proper steps to eliminate, monitor or document. 
•   Obtain a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from all sources. 
•   Writes and prepares comprehensive technical EEG and EMU summary description. 
•   Maintains a necessary inventory of supplies for an assigned room or workstation, rotation of stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items. 
•   Participates in technical conferences and meetings 
Accountabilities 
•   Performs technical solutions to equipment’s problems when needed while performing an EEG 
•   Cleans and maintain the equipment after each procedure according to hospital’s infection control policy 
•   Obtain a satisfactory EEG recording to aid physician in their interpretation 

 

Qualifications

Experience :-  
Required: 
•   NLT 6 months relevant experience in a hospital setting •    NLT 1 year on the job training 

Desired: 
•   N.A. 
 Educational Qualification: Required: 
•   High School Certificate plus certification from an Allied Health program of not less than 1 year 
•   Qualification in a related allied health profession plus on the job training by an EEG supervisor or Neurophysiologist 

Desired: 
•   N.A.