EEG Technician I - Per Diem New England Neurological Associates - Lawrence

Hours: Per Diem

Location: New England Neurological Associates - Lawrence, MA

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Neurology related duties: Monitors the functional integrity of certain neural structures (e.g., nerves, spinal cord and parts of the brain) by performing diagnostic testing. An organizational related support or service (administrative or clerical) role or a role that focuses on support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, clinical, non-clinical) operating in a "hands on" environment. The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. An entry level role that typically requires little to no prior knowledge or experience, work is routine or follows standard procedures, work is closely supervised, and communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

This position obtains standard and special procedure EEG recordings including Evoked Potential recordings.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. One (1) year of experience as an EEG Technologist.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Makes the appropriate calibration procedures of the EEG apparatus for special and standard recordings.

2. Adapts procedures to particular circumstances by adding electrodes in non-standard locations to devise the appropriate recording techniques.

3. Assists medical staff during special procedures by providing extra monitoring and extra electrode application.

4. Participates in research by collecting data such as case history, whether patient is left or right-handed, etc.

5. Gives direct technical descriptions of EEG changes to surgeons as they occur during monitoring.

6. Inspects and ensures proper maintenance of EEG and related equipment.

Physical Requirements:

1. Works in normal patient care environment with no discomfort due to temperature, noise, dust and the like.

2. Walks and stands for more than half the day and occasionally pushes equipment.

3. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and occasional exposure to blood and body wastes.

4. Work requires close visual and auditory attention.

5. Frequent contact with patients. Physicians, nursing staff and families.

6. Lifts and positions patients.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

2. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

3. Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively.

4. Excellent typing skills, proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database software programs.

5. Good communication skills.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

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