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EMG Technician bei Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health · Lebanon, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

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Overview

Performs standard and specialized Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS).

Responsibilities

  • Secures patient history and review medical record for pertinent information. Learns how to explain test procedure to patients and how to provide for patient support and comfort.
  • Performs Nerve Conduction Studies. Attaches electrodes and stimulator in standard position. Continually evaluates the quality and accuracy of recordings and documentation activities.
  • Performs specialized Nerve Conduction Study procedures, adapting procedures to particular clinical circumstances.
  • Utilizes computer-averaging equipment to measure motor nerve conduction, sensory nerve conduction, F wave response, and H reflex response.
  • Assists with Autonomic Nervous System testing.
  • Reviews recordings obtained and prepares preliminary interpretation for physician approval.
  • Follows calibration procedures for standard and special recordings. Learns how to Inspect and ensure proper maintenance of Nerve Conduction/EMG and computer averaging machinery.
  • Observes the teaching of assigned residents, medical students, and other technical staff in Nerve Conduction and EMG procedures with faculty Neurologists.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.

    • Qualifications

    • Associate’s degree in a health related field preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology preferred.
    • Prior computer experience preferred.
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work as a member of a team essential.
    • No previous nerve conduction experience required.
    • Preferred pre-requisites: college level courses in anatomy and physiology, basic electronics, and medical terminology.

    Required Licensure/Certifications

    - Currently Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Registration for Medical Technicians- BLS required within 30 days of hire date.- End of year one in role, have an outlined plan for taking the Nerve Conduction certification Exam (CNIM).

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