EEG Technician CMC

Major Responsibilities: Performance of electroencephalographic (routine, video, and portable) and evoked potential recordings. 1)Performed according to policy and procedure. Performance of standard calibrations, montages, and modified montages for quality recordings. 1)Performs calibration at the beginning of every recording 2)Records standard montages for both adult and pediatric patients 3)Modified montages, in addition to standard montages, to the particular clinical circumstances, including but not limited to the addition of electrodes and devising appropriate recording techniques. Performance of record archiving. 1)Prepares and packages all paper records and sends to storage facility 2)Prepares and packages all video tapes and sends to storage facility. 3)Logs all data in appropriate log books and appropriate storage company records. Maintenance of departmental documentation. 1)Enters charges/credits into Care Connection in timely manner. 2)Maintains daily log sheets 3)Assigns each recording a procedure number in appropriate log book. 4)Files reports when completed Maintenance of EEG lab/supplies. 1)Order supplies from General Stores 2)Informs Registered tech or supervisor of items to be ordered from vendors 3)Keep EEG Lab/work area clean. 4)Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives. Professional /Personal Growth Activities. 1)Attends one conference/meeting/seminar per year in area of specialty 2)Reviews current literature. 3)Completes all mandatory inservices as documented 4)Accepts membership on committees as assigned 5)Assists in orientation and clinical education of EEG students Education/Experience Required: High school education 6 months-1year formal EEG/EP training or 1-2 year EEG/EP experience This position will need to recognize the need and behaviors of a variety of age groups treated, i.e. understanding child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging; prior experience with various age groups is preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Good communication and organizational skills Experience with computers CPR Certification Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to stand for length of time. Ability to bend and/or kneel for a length of time. Ability to move equipment to do portable procedures. Ability to meet flexible staffing needs. Ability to do light, medium, and heavy lifting. May be exposed to life threatening diseases. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Created: 2024-10-19