Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist-Electro-Neuro Diagnostic

 To  conduct  all  Neurodiagnostic  studies  independently  or  under  the  supervision  of  a  senior technologist.

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 meet laboratory standards. 
•   Performs EEG record according to the standards of the laboratory (routine, sleep, and bedside). 
•   Performs long-term video monitoring EEG in epilepsy monitoring unit. 
•   Performs Evoked Potentials such as Visual, Brainstem, and Somatosensory studies with high quality results. 
•   Performs Nerve Conduction Study in a highly skilled and patient-appropriate manner and assist physician during EMG procedure. 
•   Implements alternative methods or adjust controls of the machine to obtain 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inventory of supplies for an assigned room or workstation, rotation of stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.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: 
•   N.A. 

Desired: 
•   N.A. 
 Educational Qualification: Required: 
•   Associate degree (minimum 2-year curriculum) in the field of Applied Sciences, Neurophysiology or Biophysics/Physiology or equivalent 

Desired: 
•   Expected to take ABRET exam after completing an internship