Location: Pittsburgh,PA, USA
About the job EEG Technologist Pittsburgh, PA EEG Technologist - Pittsburgh, PACompany Overview A world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. The company is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide more than $1 billion every year in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Position Summary Perform under direct supervision and according to established guidelines and procedures, routine and complex procedures to obtain data for use in the clinical diagnosis of disorders of the nervous system in at least one of the following modalities of Neurodiagnostics: Electroencephalography (EEG), Evoked Potentials (EP), Epilepsy Monitoring and Polysomnography (PSG), or Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS). Perform duties in various diagnostic and research areas as assigned. Your Role with Us Schedule patients for neurodiagnostic procedures Obtain required medical information, explain procedures, and reassure the patient Prepare patient for test, including measuring and marking cranial area and fastening electrodes to specified positions on scalp and body according to 10-20 protocol Document pertinent medical history from the patient or family members. Operate computer equipment to record nervous system responses that provide quantitative and objective measures of the neuronal/sensory function Perform procedures with appropriate documentation. Identify EEG waveforms/patterns during testing and communicate to medical personnel Recognize changes in the clinical condition of the patient and correlate those changes with the EEG Discriminate the changes requiring intervention such as seizures or cardiac arrhythmia Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance and repair on neurodiagnostic equipment to ensure proper functioning Troubleshoot routine equipment problems Collaborate with supervisor and medical personnel to resolve problems and to advise concerning laboratory procedures, techniques and equipment React in medical emergencies to ensure patient safety; know unit and hospital procedures for working with high acuity patients. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Knowledge requirements HS diploma and 6 months of patient care OR an Assoc or bachelors degree R.EEGT Certification strongly preferred Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Salary $18-$34/hr (Depending on experience and certifications) $6,000 Sign-on bonus! Benefits Health and life insurance plans Dental and vision insurance plans 401(k) retirement plan matching Child Care Packages Life Insurance Disability insurance plans Wellbeing resources Tuition reimbursement RN loan repayment Perks and discounts Personal time off Adoption Assistance Relocation assistance Plus more!! Location Pittsburgh Relocation Assistance Offered!