Technologist-Electroneurodiagnostic I

Overview

Technologist-Electroneurodiagnostic I 

Job Code: 22460        

FLSA Status

Job Family: NEURO

Job Summary

Performs electroneurodiagnostic tests within approved standards, utilizing knowledge of neuroanatomy and physiology, basic electronics and electrical safety, general knowledge of electroneurodiagnostic instrumentation, pattern recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions. Reports to the Electroneurodiagnostic Supervisor, Manager, or Director. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs Electroneurodiagnostic tests within approved standards to ensure that the physician can make appropriate interpretation/intervention of the patient's neurological status.
• Provides routine/preventive maintenance on electroneurodiagnostic equipment to ensure that data obtained is accurate and within defined parameters.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Description    

Minimum Required  

Preferred/Desired: 1 year of neurodiagnostic experience preferred/desired

Education

Description    

Minimum Required  

Preferred/Desired

Training

Description    

Minimum Required  

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description    

Minimum Required  

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Description    

Minimum Required: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE      

Preferred/Desired

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships: No

Work Environment

Functional Demands

Label                   Short Description                      Full Description

Sedentary         Very light energy level               Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart

Light                     Moderate energy level              Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium             High energy level                          Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

Heavy                  Very high energy level               Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. 

Functional Demands Rating: Medium

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements – Sitting: Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements – Standing: Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements – Walking: Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements – Twisting: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements – Bending: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell: Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination: Yes

Near Vision: Accurate             

Far Vision: Accurate 

Depth Perception      

Hearing

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements – Chemical: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements – Radiation: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other