Neurodiagnostic Technologist

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The Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technologist is responsible for conducting routine and special END procedures including, but not limited to, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Electromyography/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Autonomic Function Testing (AFT), Evoked Potentials (EP), Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (INM), Long Term Monitoring for Epilepsy (LTM). Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
The Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technologist is responsible for conducting routine and special END procedures including, but not limited to, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Electromyography/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Autonomic Function Testing (AFT), Evoked Potentials (EP), Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (INM), Long Term Monitoring for Epilepsy (LTM). Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Prepares patients for and performs routine procedures.
• Performs routine procedures.
• Performs END tests in accordance with established Electroneurodiagnostics Department protocols.
• Ensures that all equipment is clean and in working order.
• Initiates opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - WORK EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION-3-1604 1-3 years (2 years)
• Preferred - WORK EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION-3-1603 1-3 years (1 year)

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic mathematics skill as acquired through graduation of high school. Minimum skills required are multiplication, division, percentages, decimals, and fractions.
• Basic computer operations skills including use of Windows operating system required.
• Positive interpersonal skills with patients, their families, physicians, electroneurodiagnostics Department staff and other members of hospital staff.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• May require scheduled nights, holidays and weekend on-call availability.
• The physical activities of this position may include crawling, climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.