Electroencephalographic Technologist (EEG Tech)
Washington Regional Medical Center
Job Details
Description
Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The role of the EEG Tech reports to the Sleep Lab Manager. This position, under the supervision of a Registered EEG Tech and Physician, will be responsible for assisting with EEG testing.
Essential Position Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation of test including ensuring all materials are available and assisting with electrode application
- Ensure patient safety during clinical testing
- Observe testing to record electrical activity emitting from the brain and input into the appropriate software
- Prepare data and documentation for interpretation by a physician
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED, required.
- Licensure and Certifications: CPR, required. Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T) required within 6 years of hire.
- Experience: Previous experience in EEG or a sleep lab, preferred.
Work Environment: This position will spend 60% of the time walking and/or standing while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 40% of the time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment. This position may be exposed to communicable disease and bodily fluids. This position will serve a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population.