Neurodiagnostic EEG Technician – Good Samaritan University Hospital

Job Description

NEURODIAGNOSTIC / EEG TECHNOLOGIST

Per Diem

Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that’s focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

Under general supervision, performs prescribed radiologic/diagnostic procedures requiring specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. Ensures accurate diagnostic results for patients of any age of graphically recorded impulses generated by the brain providing quality outcomes by performing EEG (electroencephalogram) consistent with department policies.

• Experience performing Electroencephalogram (EEG) and evoked potential studies.

• Recognition of ictal and inter-ictal electrographic patterns.

• Ability to manage clinical seizure and/or other medical emergencies as required.

• Prepares patient for procedures as appropriate to requirements; explains procedures to patients and positions patients as appropriate to prescribed procedure; assists patients at end of procedure.

• May take mobile unit to patient’s room or other setting to perform procedures, as appropriate to the operational context of the specific position.

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• High School diploma or equivalent required; completion of a certified END program, knowledge in all phases of EEG testing, long-term monitoring and neuro ICU experience also required.
• Board Certified (ABRET) or Registry Eligible Preferred.
• Minimum 3 year’s experience in a hospital setting, performing routine and complex EEG’s.
• Proficient with Pediatric, Adult & Geriatric patients.