arkansas childrensLittle Rock, AR
EEG Tech II
EEG Tech II
EEG Tech II
arkansas childrensLittle Rock, AR
9 days ago
Neurodiagnostic TechnologistsElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansHealth Technologists and Technicians, All Other
All Other Outpatient Care CentersOffices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
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Work Schedule:
7a-7p variable days Mon-Sun (36 hours/week) - Requirements: 3 years EEG Tech experience, REET registration & Associates degree (or equivalent EEG Tech work experience) The Electroencephalographic (EEG) Tech II (Registered) has passed examination by ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) and proven competence to obtain credential in electroencephalography (R. EEG T.*). The EEG Technologist II has a minimum three years' experience in performing electroencephalography. The EEG Technologist II provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedures. Strong well developed communication skills are essential for this position. The EEG Technologist II performs procedures appropriate to their competence and credentials held under general technical supervision.
Required Education:
Associate Degree or Equivalent Experience Required Work Experience: Related Field - 3 years of experience
Required Certifications:
Registered EEG Tech (REET) - ABRET - AMERICAN BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHIC & EVOKED POTENTIAL TECHNOLOGISTS (ABRET)
Description:
- Ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 System
- Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results
- Maintains the patient's safety through communication to other patient care support staff during EEG if needed
- Continues to learn and apply basic and intermediate EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices, contraindications for activation procedures, instrumentation and preparation for use
- Performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation product allergies, movement restrictions, and cognitive function
- Knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored
- Communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and healthcare staff to convey the purpose of the EEG and answers questions regarding the procedure
- Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections
- Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations
- Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit
- Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied
- Familiar with the facility policy and procedures for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files
- Contacts supervisory staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit, stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Senior
Location
Little Rock, AR
Occupation
Neurodiagnostic Technologists
Industry
All Other Outpatient Care Centers
Posted
9 days ago