Job Description:

STAMFORD HEALTH IS COMMITTED TO PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND CARES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF OUR EMPLOYEES. TO THAT END, IF YOU ARE INVITED TO INTERVIEW IN ONE OF OUR OFFICES/CAMPUSES, AND YOU OR A MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY AND/OR SIGNIFICANT OTHER IS EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS (I.E. FEVER, COUGHING OR OTHER RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS), OR YOU SIMPLY DON’T FEEL WELL, PLEASE INFORM THE HR REPRESENTATIVE IMMEDIATELY SO WE MAY SCHEDULE YOUR INTERVIEW FOR A LATER DATE. WHEN ARRIVING ON OUR CAMPUS OR SITE WHETHER FOR AN INTERVIEW OR TO BEGIN YOUR EMPLOYMENT WITH US, PLEASE NOTE IT IS IMPERATIVE YOU ABIDE BY CT STATE GUIDELINES ON TRAVEL ADVISORY WHICH CAN BE FOUND HERE https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/Travel.  PLEASE SCHEDULE ACCORDINGLY AND UPDATE YOUR HR REPRESENTATIVE IMMEDIATELY TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS/ADJUSTMENTS TO SCHEDULING.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of non-invasive diagnostic neurological procedures on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. Uses EEG/EP instrumentation to create high quality tracings and/or reports of electro-neurological function for interpretation by neurologists.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Produces high quality electro-neurodiagnostic studies with careful attention to patient positioning, preparation, electrode placement, and other technical factors.  Is able to select and modify technical factors as needed.  Must also obtain quality studies when performing portable, bedside tests on inpatient care units.

Sets up and maintains Long-term EEG/Video monitoring for seizure disorder evaluation studies.  This includes being “on-call” for inpatient overnight studies conducted on nursing care units.

Provides clinical training and acts as clinical resource for nurses and other clinicians involved with providing care for patients undergoing neurodiagnostic evaluation.

Processes all Neurology charges for these exams and prepares exams for physician interpretation and final transcription and reporting

Obtains all pertinent patient information needed to aid physicians in exam interpretation.  Explains the procedure to patients in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate anxiety.  Recognizes and reports

serious findings immediately to a physician.

Maintains diagnostic equipment in peak operating condition with attention to cleanliness, disinfection and adequate amount of supplies on hand.  Maintains patient records in an orderly fashion.

Coordinates scheduling of patient exams on inpatient units being careful to obtain all needed information and explaining any patient preparation needed for the particular tests.

Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.

Performs other duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service.

Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.

Demonstrates professional work behavior by following Service Standards and Success factors.

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or equivalent required.  Previous experience in diagnostic neurology is required.  Certification/ Registration as an EEG Technologist is preferred.  Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are desired.

Required Experience

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or equivalent required.  Previous experience in diagnostic neurology is required.  Certification/ Registration as an EEG Technologist is preferred.  Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are desired.