Responsibilities:
- Adheres to training regarding ethical responsibilities and confidentiality.
- Explains the procedure to the patient and obtains the patient’s cooperation for the best performance of these procedures. Checks the patient’s chart for orders and special needs. Performs the appropriate calibration procedure on the EEG instrument for standard recordings.
- Takes complete histories directly from patients or medical records.
- Measures and applies electrodes using standard 10/20 placement. Understands basic troubleshooting of the equipment to provide artifact-free recordings.
- Adheres to Laboratory Guidelines for activation techniques including hyperventilation and photic stimulation.
- Application of Electrodes for Epilepsy Patients; able to operate general keyboard and mouse commands; able to recognize spikes and seizures appropriately.
- Keeps EEG equipment in clean, operating condition, detects instrument malfunctions, makes minor troubleshooting efforts, and reports need for major repairs.
- Cleans, disinfects, and maintains electrodes according to laboratory and infection control guidelines. Cleans and disinfects LTM equipment according to Laboratory Guidelines.
- Conforms to all lab policy and procedures regarding OSHA, Joint Commission, and hospital regulations.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the central nervous system, diseases related to Neurodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electronics, and electrical safety.
- Demonstrates positive patient-appropriate interpersonal skills with patients, physician staff, and other hospital/clinic staff members.
- Acquires specialized skills to perform more difficult procedures and other Neurodiagnostic procedures.
- Successfully completes the ABRET EEG Registration (R. EEG T.) within the first two years of hire or shows continued ambition through study and conferences in doing so.
- Participates in Laboratory Quality Assurance programs.
- Stocks laboratory with supplies and linens as indicated. Cleans laboratory and maintains its appropriate appearance.
- Continues education through journals, workshops, seminars, and site visits.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of or currently enrolled in an Accredited Electrodiagnostic Program or certified hospital program preferred.
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
BWH is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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