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7:00am - 5:30pm, four 10-hour shifts/week, Monday, Wednesday - Friday Your role with us Bring technical expertise and compassionate patient care together in a specialized role that helps physicians diagnose neuromuscular conditions and guide treatment decisions. As an EMG/nerve conduction specialist, independently perform routine nerve conduction studies under physician supervision while recognizing normal and abnormal findings, troubleshooting technical challenges and adapting studies to obtain high-quality diagnostic results.
Help patients feel informed and comfortable by explaining procedures, reviewing relevant medical information and preparing them for testing while assisting the EMG physician during needle examinations. Maintain a safe and efficient EMG Lab by preparing procedure rooms, caring for equipment and ensuring instruments and supplies are ready when needed. Support a seamless patient experience through scheduling, appointment coordination, medical record management and clear communication throughout the testing process.
This role offers the opportunity to develop specialized technical expertise while making a meaningful contribution to accurate diagnosis, exceptional patient care and the work of a collaborative clinical team.
Perform nerve conduction studies on common and uncommon nerves in accordance with established guidelines and under the supervision of EMG physicians. Recognize normal and abnormal results while identifying and troubleshooting physiologic artifacts, technical issues and other factors that may affect study quality. Prepare patients and procedure rooms for testing by reviewing medical information, identifying special considerations and explaining procedures clearly and compassionately.
Assist EMG physicians during needle examinations by preparing equipment, supporting procedures and responding to testing needs. Maintain EMG equipment in clean and reliable operating condition while identifying malfunctions, completing minor adjustments and escalating repair needs appropriately. Manage inventory by monitoring supplies, equipment and reagents, coordinating authorized orders and verifying incoming deliveries.
Support efficient lab operations by ensuring necessary instruments, equipment and supplies are consistently available for patient testing. Coordinate patient scheduling, appointment confirmations and education to help patients understand and prepare for the testing process. Support daily office operations by answering phones, scanning medical records and completing additional administrative responsibilities as needed.
Required qualifications Must be a Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist within one year of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS). Two years' clinical experience in health care.
Additional information Demonstrated knowledge of the peripheral nervous system, diseases related to electrodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electronics and electrical safety. Ability to safely operate required equipment, including performing sterilization and calibration as needed. Knowledge of medical terminology and its application in a clinical setting.
Proficiency with computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Total rewards package Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
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About the role
Perform nerve conduction studies on common and uncommon nerves in accordance with established guidelines and under the supervision of EMG physicians.