EMG Technical Specialist - Neurodiagnostics

Overview

Location: UF Health Shands Hospital

1600 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608 

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 5:00pm

Employment Type: Full-Time

Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.

The EMG Technical Specialist performs basic to advanced nerve conduction studies (NCS) in the laboratory under the indirect supervision of an EDX physician. The technologist has completed formal NCS training and holds an active registry as an RNCST or CNCT.

Responsibilities

• A. NCV (Upper, Lower extremity, spec. procedures) B. Assist EMG C. Repetitive Nerve Stimulation D. Blink Reflex E. Neuromuscular Ultrasound F. Autonomic Testing Develop the skills necessary to successfully perform additional duties to include: A.New procedures emerging within the EDX field
• Performs NCSs in the ICU or other hospital units, understanding the special technical requirements of these areas. Recognizes normal and abnormal results concerning neuromuscular disease processes and pathology. Recognizes and takes reasonable steps to eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifact.
• Maintains and operates assigned equipment including, but not limited to those listed in Attachment B. Able to break down, troubleshoot basic through advanced operations and errors commonly seen in equipment (i.e. checking calibrations and making minor maintenance adjustments and repairs deemed by the instrument manufacturer as appropriate and safe, login issues, hardware problem solving, vendor contact and support, IS contact and support). Ensures that electric current leakage issues are resolved.
• Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers by following established policies, procedures and protocols.
  • Identifies patients at risk for injury and institutes measures to prevent/reduce risk, i.e. Patient Assessment.
  • Contributes to the prevention of infectious diseases among employee and patients by adhering to Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
  • Utilize incident reports, infection control variance reports and employee accident forms to identify system problems or standards noncompliance.
  • Assesses/reports/corrects environmental safety hazards including damaged and broken equipment.
  • Responds to patient monitor alarms/ call bells in a timely fashion. Seeks out information on orders to assist hospital in work flow.
  • Insures emergency readiness and initiates timely emergency measures as appropriate according to role responsibilities.
  • Ensures written, verbal and electronic information is kept confidential.
  • Assumes responsibility for JCAHO Lab standards (i.e. knowledge of all code procedures, emergency protocols, and location of all emergency equipment).
  • Supports quality improvement and variance tracking initiatives and incorporates results into clinical practice. 
• Supports the department need for continuing education. Assist in the education of the technical staff as well as residents and fellows. Assume mentoring role for all non registered staff.
• Assesses and collects patient history and other data to determine patient stability, safety, and reasons for testing. Questions on testing results are brought to the director and medical director for quality concerns.
  • Past Medical history always reviewed prior to establishing Nerves to be tested.
  • Procedure request is in patient chart prior to beginning all in-patients; all orders are researched before study is attempted.
  • Technologist refers to policy and procedures of department to ensure that AANEM standards are upheld. 
• Provides support to the department, unit or office to ensure efficient operation of the overall department by performing other duties, as the need becomes evident. For example:
  • Assisting other care providers when time permits.
  • Supports and assists the department's goal of cutting costs while maintaining or enhancing quality.
  • Assumes responsibility in ensuring EMG requests are met by communicating requests with Manager.
  • Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
  • Assisting in documentation for metrics. 

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Associate degree required. 
• Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited END training program is highly desirable.
• Credentials: Active RNCST or CNCT required, or must be registry eligible and credentialed within 12 months. A signed statement of understanding will be required.

Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in NCS modalities is preferred.

Experience in other nerve/muscle testing may be considered i.e.. Intra-Operative Neurophysiological Monitoring.

Substitution: If the candidate does not have an associate degree or higher, an NCS credential from AAET or ABEM may substitute for completion of an END training program.

Skills:

Must demonstrate strong analytical abilities and the capacity to work effectively and communicate clearly with both acute and chronically ill patients, as well as adapt to the unique circumstances surrounding their care

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Registered EMG Tech (RNCST, CNCT).

Health Care Provider BLS (American Heart, American Red Cross)

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation (Required): Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose.