Neurodiagnostic Technician

ELLIS HOSPITAL POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Neurodiagnostic Technician DEPARTMENT: Neurology Department (Radiology Department) REPORTS TO: Lead Neurology EEG Technician SECTION I BASIC FUNCTION: Under indirect supervision, the Neurodiagnostic Technician Level III performs routine and complex studies in all of the following Neurodiagnostic Laboratories (EEG, Ambulatory EEG and Evoked Potential). The technician possesses knowledge of necessary departmental equipment and techniques used.

The technician is responsible for proper equipment upkeep and maintenance while ensuring a clean, organized work area. SECTION II EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent required ABRET certification required or obtained within 24 months from hire date Knowledge of Neurodiagnostic testing required Direct patient care experience required SECTION III: PHYSICAL

The position is located indoors under normal working conditions. Should be able to push/pull 25 lb., lift/move 15 lb. from floor to table, be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a key board, writing and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to sit at a computer terminal or work station for a prolonged period of time in addition to being able to squat, stand and walk for a reasonable length of time and distance.

MAKING ELLIS EXCEPTIONAL (MEE) BEHAVIORS & STANDARDS SECTION IV: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: . Maintains modality regulatory requirements Ensures patient safety Assists in patient scheduling Continued education and training for self to maintain best practice techniques Performs any or all of testing done in various Neurodiagnostic labs Demonstrate effective communication skills Must be able to problem solve and troubleshoot issues independently or go the proper channels to follow thru so task is complete Must be able to and willing to work independently Ability to manage multiple tasks and receive work direction from multiple people Other duties as assigned SECTION V: ADDITIONAL NOTES: SECTION VI: Date: 2/5/2021 Prepared By: Amy Waylett Approved By: CNO/COO Dates Revised: 8/1994, 9/2000, 10/2003, 2/2021, 4/2021