Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Performs diagnostic patient testing electroencephalogram (EEG), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction velocities (NCV), sensory evoked potentials (EP), and polysomnographic testing with possible oxygen therapy and continuous positive air pressure treatments (CPAP).
• Performs room and equipment set-up and placement in hospital rooms, operating rooms, or clinics.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment.
• Reads and scores neurodiagnostic and/or polysomnographic tests.
• Takes patient histories.
• Provides instruction to patients and families regarding test preparation, pre-test interviews, and follow-up appointments.

Required Skills & Experience:

• If completion of an acceptable program in neurophysiology: No prior experience required.
• If a High School diploma or GED: Two (2) years of relevant experience.

Required Education:

• Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology.

Required Certifications & Licensure: Registry eligible for one of the following specialty areas:

• EEG (Electroencecephalogram- R. EEG T., CLTM).
• EP (Evoked Potentials-R. EP T.).
• Intra-Operative Monitoring (CNIM).
• Nerve Conduction Velocity studies (NCV).
• Polysomnography (RPSGT).
• Registered Sleep Technologist (RST).