Neurodiagnostic Technologist (EEG)
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Backus Hospital
Norwich, CT, US
Summary
Perform routine electroencephalograms (EEGs) to monitor brain activity and assist in other neurodiagnostic exams. Review patient medical histories and explain procedures to patients and caregivers to help treat epilepsy and seizure disorders.
Job Description
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309)
Shift Detail: Monday through Friday 7am-5pm
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Since 1893, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the supervisor or manager, performs routine electroencephalograms (EEGs) used to monitor and record brain activity, and may assist in other neurodiagnostic exams requested by a physician, to assist care providers in evaluating and treating epilepsy and seizure disorders. Prior to an EEG exam, technicians review the patient's medical history; meet with patient/caregivers to explain the procedure and answer questions.
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Registered EEG Technician (R.EEGT.) through ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation credentials within 3 years of hire. Current CPR / BLS certification preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of previous clinical patient experience in a related Neurodiagnostic field (EMG, Sleep, IOM, EEG) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
- Basic knowledge of computer systems, and basic keyboarding skills
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to exercise critical thinking skills
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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Since 1893, Backus Hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents of eastern Connecticut.
The 213-bed, not-for-profit, acute care community hospital is the primary source of health services for nearly a quarter-million people in Eastern Connecticut.
Backus Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Our fully integrated health system includes a tertiary-care teaching hospital, an acute-care community teaching hospital, an acute-care hospital and trauma center, three community hospitals, the state’s most extensive behavioral health network, a large multi-specialty physician group, a regional home care system, an array of senior care services, a large physical therapy and rehabilitation network and an accountable care organization.
Through its institute model, Hartford HealthCare offers the highest standards of care for cancer, heart and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics and urology.
Founded
1893
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Norwich, CT
Since 1893, Backus Hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents of eastern Connecticut.
The 213-bed, not-for-profit, acute care community hospital is the primary source of health services for nearly a quarter-million people in Eastern Connecticut.
Backus Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Our fully integrated health system includes a tertiary-care teaching hospital, an acute-care community teaching hospital, an acute-care hospital and trauma center, three community hospitals, the state’s most extensive behavioral health network, a large multi-specialty physician group, a regional home care system, an array of senior care services, a large physical therapy and rehabilitation network and an accountable care organization.
Through its institute model, Hartford HealthCare offers the highest standards of care for cancer, heart and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics and urology.
Founded
1893
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Norwich, CT
