Neurodiagnostic Tech - Hamilton, NJ

Job Title: Neurodiagnostic Tech

Location: RWJ Hamilton

Department: EEG

Req#: 0000203059

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $22.50 - $46.57 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Neurology Technologist assist physicians with EMG’s, perform EEG’s, Evoked Potential Studies and Transcranial Doppler Studies for both inpatients and outpatients. The EEG technician has intimate knowledge of functional neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. Principles of mathematics and electronics are applied to provide accurate recordings, record duration of waveforms, and compute voltage and frequency waveforms.

Qualifications:

Required :

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a formal training program for neurodiagnostic testing
• As of 2004, Electroneurodiagnostic Techs coming into the field are required to possess a Bachelor’s Degree
• One to two years of experience performing EMGs

Preferred :

• Certification or Registration

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day shift
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Verifies physician order prior to administering test procedure
• Obtains pertinent information as to patient status to assist neurologist interpretation and feasibility of study
• Prepares and instructs patients on procedure
• Performs procedure according to policy
• Follows proper electrode placement and removal process to obtain high-quality neuro-diagnostic data
• Expresses thorough understanding of EEG and related equipment
• Complies with infection control policies
• Provides accurate monthly statistics to dept. director
• Maintains procedure log for statistical purposes
• Monitors equipment for appropriate functions, reports malfunctions to department director and clinical engineering in a timely manner
• Demonstrates a caring attitude towards patients, co-workers and related ancillary staff
• Preserves patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality
• Maintains documents, competencies, and annual mandatories
• Maintains licensure/certification if applicable
• Appropriately prioritizes tasks
• Complies with departmental and organizational procedures and standards such as: Employee Health, Attendance, Dress Code, and Safety
• Demonstrates sensitivity and respect for age, gender and cultural differences
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-appropriate needs
• Restores patient to a comfortable state of cleanliness after testing
• Insures adequate supply of linen and other supplies
• Processes patient charges
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer