Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I - Birmingham, United States - Children's of Alabama

Description

Job Summary Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I is an intermediate to advanced position in the Neurophysiology Department.

The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I performs EEGs, LTVM EEGs, and Ambulatory EEGs in the Neurophysiology Department per department policies and procedures.

The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I must be able to use the 10/20 and 10/10 systems for EEG electrode placement, use collodian to apply EEG electrodes, troubleshoot equipment, have a working knowledge of Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, be able to identify EEG normal variants and abnormalities, provide quality EEG recordings based on patient medical history and EEG findings, demonstrate a flexible and positive attitude, and collaborate well with team members and management.

The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I will monitor EEG studies in the O.R., performs EEGs for research studies, performs EEGs for WADA, and be utilized as a clinical instructor for students.

The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I will monitor SPECT patients, assist in performing cortical stimulation, and provide restrospective review of LTVM EEGs.

Education Graduation from an Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic Program, and/or Associate#s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience 2 years EEG experience 1 year of experience in EMU LTM EEG Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries R.EEG T. required *All external applicants must pass a pre-certification test. *All internal applicants# competencies must be current and have a passing status.

• Job Summary
• Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I is an intermediate to advanced position in the Neurophysiology Department.

  The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I performs EEGs, LTVM EEGs, and Ambulatory EEGs in the Neurophysiology Department per department policies and procedures.

  The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I must be able to use the 10/20 and 10/10 systems for EEG electrode placement, use collodian to apply EEG electrodes, troubleshoot equipment, have a working knowledge of Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, be able to identify EEG normal variants and abnormalities, provide quality EEG recordings based on patient medical history and EEG findings, demonstrate a flexible and positive attitude, and collaborate well with team members and management.

  The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I will monitor EEG studies in the O.R., performs EEGs for research studies, performs EEGs for WADA, and be utilized as a clinical instructor for students.

  The Neurophysiology EMU Specialist I will monitor SPECT patients, assist in performing cortical stimulation, and provide restrospective review of LTVM EEGs.

• Education
• Graduation from an Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic Program, and/or Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Experience
• 2 years EEG experience
• 1 year of experience in EMU LTM EEG
• Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries
• R.EEG T. required

* *All external applicants must pass a pre-certification test.

* *All internal applicants' competencies must be current and have a passing status.