What are the responsibilities and job description for the EEG Technician PRN position at Northeast Regional Medical Center?
Why You’ll Love Working Here!
- My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
- My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
- My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
Job Summary
The EEG Technician performs electroencephalograms (EEGs) and evoked potential (EVP) tests using specialized equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. This role involves patient assessment, observation, and care documentation, ensuring procedures are conducted safely and accurately. The EEG Technician operates independently, maintaining a clean and organized work environment and adhering to safety standards.
Schedule: PRN, as needed, schedule varies
Qualifications
- Technical School completion of a formal EEG Technician training program preferred
- 0-2 years of experience in performing EEGs or related clinical experience required
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
Essential Functions
- Performs EEGs and EVPs as ordered by physicians, following established departmental policies and procedures.
- Communicates with patients and families to explain procedures, ensuring comfort and promoting a positive patient experience.
- Observes and documents patient condition changes that may affect test outcomes and communicates these changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Schedules patient appointments and manages follow-up communications and mailings for procedures.
- Accurately inputs and verifies charges in the computer system to ensure correct billing and financial documentation.
- Maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work area, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition for patient care.
- Responds promptly to on-call cases and adjusts the self-scheduling and call schedule to support departmental needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.