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Hackensack Meridian Health · 6 hours ago

Neurodiagnostic Tech Level 1 - Full Time

Neptune City, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Hackensack Meridian Health is dedicated to helping patients live better, healthier lives through a culture of connection and collaboration. The Neurodiagnostic Tech Level 1 is responsible for performing standard and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures, providing technical assistance and training, and supporting the goals of the Neurodiagnostic Lab and Epilepsy Unit.

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Responsibilities

Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp

Routinely achieves impedance levels below 10k ohms

Performs standard EEG recordings according to the departmental protocols including awake and asleep, bedside, isolation, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, etc

Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp

Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on the history, clinical observations, and EEG findings

Compiles data on patient's neurologic status and clinical history which may be pertinent to interpretation of the Neurodiagnostic procedure from the chart, patient or family, etc

Completes both technical and professional bills upon completion of study and enters billing number in the record

Documents completion of study in the electronic log

Performs standard Video EEG Long Term Monitoring recording according to the department protocols

Utilizes the International 10-20 Electrode Placement system to measure, mark and apply electrodes to the predetermined positions on the patient's scalp

Maintain and replace electrodes as needed to maintain the integrity of the EEG recordings

Collects patient information pertinent to the interpretation of these tests and employs proper procedures for testing

Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on the history, clinical observations, and EEG findings

Compiles data on patient's neurologic status and clinical history which may be pertinent to interpretation of the Neurodiagnostic procedure from the chart, patient or family, etc

Completes both technical bills upon completion of study and enters billing number in the record

Documents completion of study in the electronic log

Performs standard Visual Evoked Potentials, Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potentials, and Somatosensory Evoked Potentials according to ACNS guidelines

Ensures technical quality of recordings by making adjustments as necessary

Provides supportive patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizure and other patient emergency situations

Assesses patient's memory, language, and patient's ability to follow commands during patient events. Place call to EMS in the event of an external medical emergency. Notifies interpreting physicians in the event the patient has a seizure during recording

Works in a professional and collaborative manner with all team members and physicians in the delivery of patient care and monitoring

Displays a commitment of the value of teamwork by building strong relationships with patients, families, and team members. Cooperates and collaborates to perform duties promoting a unified and spirited workplace

Follows all department protocols

Complies with all departmental policies described in the Departmental Policy and Procedure Manual

Maintains all neurodiagnostic equipment in good working order

Inspects for malfunctions and makes minor adjustments. Reports to manager/designee for major repairs. Cleans equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and within established HMH policy and procedure

Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, in-services, workshops, reading current publications on Neurophysiology testing/technology and Neurological disease, online CME through various professional organizations and manufacturers, and viewing recorded educational programs

Practices universal precautions and follows all safety and infection control policies

Disinfects and cleans equipment according to the manufacturer's guidelines and standards outlined in the Infection Control policy and Department policy

Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/visitors/team members in accordance with hospital standards

Reports Risk Management concerns

Responsible for completing all hospital and department annual mandatory requirements

Other duties and/or projects as assigned

Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior

Qualification

Electroneurodiagnostic TechnologyAHA Basic Health Care Life SupportABRET registration eligibilityComputer applications knowledgeFollowing verbal instructionsEffective communication