Neurodiagnostics Technician

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs routine and complex neurodiagnostic testing on all patients as ordered.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs clinical neurodiagnostic procedures including all electroencephalograms, routine and portable electrocerebral silence, 24-hr ambulatory EEG's, EMG/NVC testing, in accordance with the clinical practice guidelines established by the American Society of Electro neurodiagnostic Technologists (ASET) and departmental policies/procedures. (40%)

• Keeps equipment clean and in operating condition, detects instrument malfunction, makes minor adjustments or reports need for major repairs. (20%)

• Demonstrates leadership, technical, and analytical skills for decision making. (15%)

• Participates in department projects, initiatives, data collection, audits, quality improvements, and continuing education. (15%)

• Guides new employees through an effective training curriculum to ensure successful integration and performance (5%)

• Completes all charges according to department guidelines. (5%)

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Minimum 2 years neurodiagnostic experience in a hospital or physician's office

Preferred

• Graduate of an accredited Neurodiagnostic program preferred.

Additional Employment Requirements:

• Must become credentialed by ABRET for the R. EEG T or the AAET for the R.NCS.T. within one year.

• CPR – American Heart Association

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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