Ambulatory Set up EEG Technologist

Syracuse, NY (Local Candidates only)      ·       Full time

Description

Job location :  Syracuse, NY area

At this time we are considering local candidates only

About CortiCare:

CortiCare is a premiere provider of EEG brain monitoring services. We provide this testing nationwide in a variety of medical settings including hospitals, private practices and in homes. The services are performed both remotely (tele-EEG) and using trained Technologists on-site.   CortiCare is rapidly growing, successful leader in this Neuro diagnostic field. We take pride in not only the work we do, but also in creating a positive work environment, where you can have opportunities for growth. 

General description:

The Ambulatory Set up EEG Technologists are responsible for performing potentially 3 different types of EEG tests; Routines, Video Ambulatory EEG testing, and/or set-up of Long-Term EEG study patients. This includes preparing the patient for testing, collecting data, and performing administrative items including signing additional paperwork. The Technologist may also be responsible for data communication to servers, and equipment maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities:

Routine EEGs:

Performs standard and complex EEGs by measuring the patient’s head, utilizing the International 10-20 Measurement System, and applies electrodes to appropriate positions. Measures electrode impedance, calibrates and adjusts EEG machine. Obtains recordings, using activating procedures such as hyperventilation, photic stimulation, and sleep. Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on history, clinical observations and EEG findings.

Ambulatory EEGs:

Ambulatory EEGs are set-up and disconnected either at the referring physician’s practice, hospital clinic or patient’s home. EEG recording is long-term (up to 72 hours). Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.
• Greeting patients at the setup location
• Obtain a summary of the patient’s history and current medications and supporting documentation
• Setting up the EEG recording and electrodes pm the patient using the international 10-20 measurement configuration.
• Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make adjustments, if necessary
• Demonstrating for the patient, basic functionalities of the EEG recording equipment, the patient event log, recording process, and answering any questions from the patient.
• Remaining available for phone conferences and/or remote troubleshooting of EEG recording during the ambulatory recording period
• Greeting patients in the location for the disconnect appointment
• Reviewing the patient event log with the patient for accuracy of times and clinical information
• Uploading the ambulatory EEG study and attaching the event log onto Company servers
• Removing, cleaning and inventorying EEG recording device from patient during the disconnect time

Set-Up EEG for Long Term Patients:

• Provide set-up of Long-term Hospital based EEG patients including, patient prep, lead placement, equipment setup and calibration, in conjunction, working with and orienting hospital staff regarding the EEG procedure
• Provide technical proficiency for basic digital EEG. EEG Technologist will utilize the 10-20 system of electrode placement to include manual measurements, skin prep, and electrode application. Provide proper knowledge of montage selection based on patient condition. At the completion of all studies, properly removes electrodes, clean patient/equipment, and process documents
• Provide critical thinking and skill to recognize and correct artifact accordingly. EEG Technologist can successfully trouble-shoot equipment and leads appropriately
• Potentially provide checking of the EEG system during on-going recordings and transfer of data to reading station

Ambulatory Set up EEG Technologists are expected to:

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding Safety and infection control issues.
• Demonstrate effective written and spoken communication skills.
• Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
• Demonstrate ability to follow direction

Requirements

• Education: High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Some Experience in EEG / Neurodiagnostic /Sleep diagnostic field or College level coursework in EEG fundamentals and graduate of ASET accredited school preferred
• R.EEG T preferred but not required.
• Skills / Other familiarity with Microsoft Windows environment and Office Suite helpful.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• CPR certificate required prior to hiring.
• Sleep Techs/ Medical assistants/CNAs/Surgical Techs are encouraged to apply – Training will be provided

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Technologists will be Lifting as many as two cases, in and out of your vehicle to the testing site. Along with moving equipment after setup of the patient to areas of the patient’s residence in order to ascertain optimal testing performance. Average case weight less than 25 lbs.
• Disconnecting patients is also part of the primary duties of the Technologist, when requested by the patient care coordinators as needed. Disconnect Technicians (DT) may be assigned these tasks as they become available, should there not be a DT available the Technologist will perform this task.
• In the performance of this job, the employee may be exposed to chemical vapors such as acetone, ether, or glutaraldehyde. There may also be skin contact with these substances. The employee may also be exposed to infectious agents including blood-borne pathogens.
• Driving to the patient testing location is required, and testing will be performed in a variety of testing facilities, locations and settings.

Health benefits, PTO available. Opportunity for advancement as we grow.

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