Neurodiagnostic Tech - PRN- E E G

Parkland Health • Per Diem • Dallas, TX, US • 1w ago

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose: Performs routine, complex and special Neurodiagnostic examinations for patients as directed, providing physicians diagnostic tools with which to treat patients.

Minimum Specifications

Education

- High School Diploma or GED Experience

- Must have one (1) year of technical neurodiagnostic experience to include polysomnography or epilepsy monitoring.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

NONE

Certification/Registration/Licensure

- Must have a current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification before date of hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:

American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network

- Current incumbents in the role as of 8/1/2023 must obtain a health care provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification no later than 11/31/2023.

Laboratory or Epilepsy Monitoring:

- Must be registered by the American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (ABRET) as a registered EEG Technologist (REEGT). EMG (Electromyographic Technologist)

Sleep Lab:

- Must be registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). Or Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorder (RRT-SDS)

Required Tests for Placement Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to obtain high quality sleep studies following established department procedures.

- Must be able to independently set-up, record and monitor 2 sleep studies per night, administering CPAP if indicated.

- Must possess ability to appropriately use PAP devices, following established guidelines.

- Must be able to respond appropriately in all patient-related situations and contact appropriate staff or physicians if needed.

- Must be familiar with digital recordings and scoring techniques.

- Must have ability to stage and score sleep studies using laboratory guidelines.

- Must have good communication skills necessary in handling difficult and severely ill patients.

- Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations.

- Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the performance and monitoring of routine, complex and special Neurodiagnostic procedures for use by physicians as a diagnostic tool. Assist physicians with special procedures as needed.

2. Maintains a positive working relationship with other employees, physicians, patients and family members to ensure patients comfort and expediency of testing procedures

3. Maintains and troubleshoots equipment to ensure effective operation.

4. Follows established infection control guidelines.

5. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

6. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

7. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

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