EEG Technician, Per Diem, Somerville NJ

Req #: 0000220415

Category: Quality / Patient Safety

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ Somerset

Department: EEG

Pay Range: $36.42 per hour

Location:

110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

Job Title: EEG Technician

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: EEG

Req #: 0000220415

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.42 - $36.42 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified, EEG Technician in Somerville, NJ. This position will perform EEG tests when requested by a physician. As part of the testing process, an EEG tech will gather a patient's medical history, explain testing procedures, and prepare the patient for the procedure. During testing, the EEG technician monitors the patient's status and notes any abnormalities. After testing is complete, they report their findings to the patient's doctor for further analysis.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Board Registered Neuro Diagnostic Technician
• One year minimum
  
  

Preferred

• ABRET certification preferred
  
  

Scheduling Requirements

• Day Shift
• Per Diem Schedule
• Some weekend requirement
  

Essential Functions

• Precisely places electrodes in measured positions of International 10–20 System and documents/diagrams any deviation from standard. Applies electrodes securely, using appropriate adhesive for situation. Determines the need for additional EEG or physiological monitors and applies accurately.
• Verifies acceptable electrode impedances based on facility policy and procedures.
• Calibrates, evaluates, and, if necessary, adjusts the instruments to proper technical standards in order to obtain top-quality recordings.
• Utilizes appropriate montages based on patient’s age, medical condition, complaints, expected/recognized abnormalities, and facility policy and procedures.
• Performs appropriate activation techniques based on patient’s age, medical condition and complaints.
• Monitors patient throughout procedure utilizing effective methods to improve patient cooperation/relaxation.
• Monitors recording for artifact and takes appropriate action to identify and eliminate/monitor artifacts.
• Obtains technically acceptable recording of adequate duration according to facility policy and procedures, including video component if required.
• Understands technical criteria for performing special EEG procedures (electrocerebral inactivity, neonatal, pediatric, ICU).
• Demonstrates good working knowledge of functional neuroanatomy and physiology, neurological disorders, and the International Classification of Seizures
• Removes all adhesive/conductive material from the patient. Appropriately cleans, disinfects, or discards electrodes /sensors following the procedure.
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer