Neurodiagnostic Tech - City Campus - Pool

Job description

ATLANTICARE _________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION TITLE:
• Neurodiagnostic Technologist I-PRN JOB CODE: #3557 EXEMPT: NON-EXEMPT: X DATE: 1/26 REVISED: Minimum Qualifications:
• Preferred: Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion
• Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire
• Consideration given to AtlantiCare employees in good standing who can demonstrate validated competency by evaluation
• Organizational leadership approval required
• American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

POSITION SUMMARY . The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I-PRN performs neurodiagnostic procedures including routine EEGs, STAT EEGs, and long-term monitoring (LTM/EMU) hook-ups in accordance with departmental protocols, validated competencies, and national standards. This role provides high-reliability, flexible staffing support across inpatient and outpatient environments, including high-acuity settings. The technologist functions with a high degree of technical skill, clinical judgment, and professional accountability under a competency-based supervision model aligned with ASET and ABRET standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Consideration given to AtlantiCare employees in good standing who can demonstrate validated competency by evaluation
• Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
• American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer
• Preferred: Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion

EXPERIENCE:
• 1-3 years minimum in the field of Neurodiagnostics required PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Core Responsibilities
• Perform routine EEG studies according to departmental protocols and validated competencies
• Respond to and complete STAT EEG requests within defined time, quality, and safety standards
• Perform LTM/EMU hook-ups including electrode application, securement, patient education, and documentation
• Ensure patient safety, infection prevention, skin integrity assessment, and seizure precautions
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct technical artifacts within scope of practice
• Accurately document procedures, events, technical observations, and communications
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, providers, supervising technologists, and neuroscience leadership
• Escalate clinical, technical, or safety concerns per departmental policy
• Maintain required competencies and participate in ongoing education
• Work under the direction of a credentialed Neurodiagnostic Technologist
• Complete annual competency validation Scope of Practice
• Routine EEGs
• STAT EEGs
• LTM / EMU hook-ups
• Float coverage limited to modalities with validated competencies Accountabilities and Expectations Clinical Judgment, Patient Safety, and Escalation
• Demonstrates advanced situational awareness across inpatient, outpatient, and high-acuity environments
• Applies patient identification, time-out, infection prevention, and safety protocols
• Anticipates and mitigates risks related to seizures, altered mental status, and skin integrity
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates timely escalation
• Identifies clinically significant EEG abnormalities within scope of practice
• Communicates proactively with the Medical Director of the Neuroscience Department or designee regarding concerning findings
• Collaborates with nursing and providers to route patients to the appropriate level of care
• Maintains effectiveness during emergent or time-sensitive EEG requests
• Documents abnormalities, escalations, and communications according to standards Technical Expertise and Signal Integrity
• Executes neurodiagnostic procedures with high technical accuracy
• Applies electrodes using accepted national standards
• Identifies and resolves common and complex EEG artifacts
• Maintains signal quality appropriate for physician interpretation
• Ensures accurate labeling and secure handling of EEG data Modality-Specific Performance Expectations Routine EEG
• Performs complete studies end-to-end
• Documents patient state, events, and technical observations
• Adapts technique to patient limitations STAT EEG
• Responds rapidly in time-sensitive scenarios
• Performs studies in ICU, ED, and other high-acuity settings
• Escalates urgent findings per protocol LTM and EMU Hook-Ups
• Applies electrodes suitable for prolonged monitoring
• Educates patients and families on event reporting and safety
• Ensures effective handoff to monitoring staff Autonomy, Supervision, and Professional Judgment
• Functions independently within validated competencies
• Demonstrates sound judgment regarding consultation and escalation
• Communicates concerns impacting patient safety or workflow
• Serves as a clinical extension of Neuroscience leadership
• Provides reliable PRN coverage across shifts and acuity levels Professional Accountability and Reliability
• Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, and accountability
• Maintains readiness for short-notice staffing needs
• Completes annual competency validation
• Participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives
• Progresses along the ASET-aligned career pathway when applicable WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. (Refers to Blood Bourne Pathogen requirement)
• Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
• This position will report directly to electroneurodiagnostic registered technician lead The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required Consideration given to AtlantiCare employees in good standing who can demonstrate validated competency by evaluation Associate degree in Neuroscience or related health science and pursuit of ABRET credential (R.EEGT) within three years of hire.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer Preferred: Enrollment in a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology program with board eligibility upon completion Perform LTM/EMU hook-ups including electrode application, securement, patient education, and documentation Ensure patient safety, infection prevention, skin integrity assessment, and seizure precautions Identify, troubleshoot, and correct technical artifacts within scope of practice Accurately document procedures, events, technical observations, and communications Communicate effectively with nursing staff, providers, supervising technologists, and neuroscience leadership Maintain required competencies and participate in ongoing education Work under the direction of a credentialed Neurodiagnostic Technologist Complete annual competency validation Scope of Practice Routine EEGs