What are the responsibilities and job description for the EEG Technician position at Xenter?
Company Description
Xenter™ is pioneering the development of a wireless "Technology in Medicine" (TechMed) ecosystem with the aim of improving patient outcomes. The organization is transforming healthcare by integrating innovative medical technologies to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic processes. By bridging technology and medicine, Xenter is at the forefront of advancing patient care. The company is committed to pushing boundaries in medical innovation to deliver exceptional solutions for healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Role Description
This is a full-time or part time on-site EEG Technician role based in Florence, MT. The EEG Technician will be responsible for scheduling, preparing and conducting electroencephalogram (EEG) tests, monitoring patients and ensuring accurate and high-quality results. The role includes working closely with patients, explaining procedures (pre and post), maintaining equipment, and collaborating with clinicians to contribute to patient assessment and care. This position plays a key role in diagnosing and managing neurological conditions.
Duties:
- Schedule patients to allow for completion of all testing and ensure pre-testing protocols are explained.
- Prepare patients for EEG and audiometry procedures by explaining the process clearly and ensuring their comfort and cooperation.
- Attach electrodes accurately according to standardized protocols, ensuring high-quality signal connectivity.
- Monitor patient responses throughout the procedure, identifying any artifacts (interference) and adjusting as necessary for safety and optimal data collection.
- Operate EEG, HCU, and audiometry equipment with precision, capturing detailed brain wave and audiogram recordings essential for diagnostic evaluation.
- Maintain thorough documentation of procedures, patient information, and technical findings in compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Generate patient reports and upload them for neurologists or other physicians to review.
- Clean testing equipment after each patient and adhere to safety and infection control standards.
- Carry all testing equipment components in designated protective cases to different clinics, as needed.
- Ensure all equipment is working properly and follow all troubleshooting protocols to maintain clinic workflow.
- Phlebotomist knowledge and experience is a plus.
Qualifications
License/Certifications: LVN, CMA, CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician)
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology related to brain function and neurological assessments.
- Excellent communication skills for explaining procedures clearly to patients of diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent collaborative skills to ensure efficient and timely patient care.
- Proven ability to stay on task under minimal supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, stand for up to 1 hour, and able to bend/twist to attach electrodes properly.