EEG Technologist - Urbana, United States - Carle Foundation Hospital

Description

Cleans and disinfects equipment with appropriate solutions. Follows infection control policies.

• Completes all types of neurodiagnostic tests.
• Documents appropriate data in patient chart and lab files.
• Explains tests, procedures to patients in order to obtain optimal results.
• Notifies Neuroscience physician as needed for grossly abnormal EEG tracings.
• Performs accurate documentation.
• Performs all types of EEGs to include ambulatory, bedside, electrical cerebral silence and standard lab EEGs.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures. Provides patient with instructions/explanations as needed. Understands and communicates based on age appropriate information.
• Troubleshoots equipment, follows division policy to arrange repair service when indicated.

The EEG Technologist provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedures. Performs procedures appropriate to their competence and credentials held under general technical supervision.