Neurodiagnostic Technologist

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Job Description

The job of a neurodiagnostic technologist is to use specialized equipment to assess and monitor how well a patient’s nervous system is functioning. This helps doctors identify and treat various neurological problems.

A neurodiagnostic technologist receives extensive training in neurophysiology. This enables them to identify normal and abnormal electrical activity produces in the central nervous system, including autonomic and peripheral nervous systems.

Responsibilities

The neurodiagnostic technologist records electoral patterns throughout these systems to obtain valuable data that the patient’s physician can use to identify and treat conditions such as dizziness, headaches, strokes, seizure disorders and degenerative brain disease.

Neurodiagnostic technologists can perform tests that help doctors to uncover elusive causes of mental disorders and help doctors make a determination as to whether a patient is “brain-dead.”

Procedures that a neurodiagnostic technologist may perform include:

Electroencephalograms (EEGs), which are used to assess the presence of brain activity
Tracking brain and nerve function with intraoperative neuromonitoring during surgery
Diagnosis of seizures and other disorders through long-term monitoring
Polysomnograms, which are used to diagnosis sleep disorders
Measuring neurological responses to external stimuli in order to trace electrical pathways
Measure the time it takes to send an electrical signal along a specific nerve to a particular muscle using nerve conduction studies

The most common test performed by neurodiagnostic technologists is the EEG. The technologist is also responsible for the safety of patients and staff, and for maintaining and calibrating the equipment.

The accuracy of the data and analysis supplied by the neurodiagnostic technologist is paramount to the neurologist.

This requires the neurodiagnostic technologist to possess the knowledge, judgment and critical thinking skills necessary to ensure that the reported results are complete and accurate.

Skills

Monitoring	You will be monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, and patients to make improvements or take corrective action. Sometimes you must monitor patients to see if they are alive or if they are brain dead. Monitoring is one of the most important skills.
Critical Thinking	Must use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Attention to Detail	Must be careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. You will have to monitor patients who have neuro-disorders which are complex and need tons of attention.
Dependability	Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill all your obligations.
Concern for Others	Must be sensitive to others' needs and feelings and be understanding and helpful on the job. You will work with patients and families who are vulnerable and at rough times in their lives.
Analytical Thinking	Must be able to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Computers & Electronics	Must have Knowledge of electronic equipment, and computers because you will be using specialty equipment to monitor and track patients.

Working Conditions

As a neurodiagnostic technologist, you will work with patients of all ages. Most procedures performed by neurodiagnostic technologists are done in labs outfitted with the required equipment needed to conduct neurodiagnostic studies.

Potentially, a neurodiagnostic technologist may find employment opportunities in the following locales:

Hospitals
Physician’s offices
Clinics
Epilepsy monitoring units
Sleep disorder clinics
Research institutions

The diagnostic monitoring procedures can last anywhere from an hour or two to prolonged continuous monitoring.

While conducting the procedure, the neurodiagnostic technologist is responsible for ensuring an acceptable level of comfort for the patient, answering questions the patient may have about the procedure and help relieve any anxiety that patient may have.

The neurodiagnostic technologist is also charged with constantly observing the data being recorded by the specialized neurodiagnostic equipment.

Intraoperative neuromonitoring may be necessary for some patients undergoing certain surgical procedures.

In this instance, the neurodiagnostic technologist will be required to monitor the patient’s EEG as the surgical procedure progresses. This provides the surgeon with ongoing real-time information about the patient’s brain activity and/or nerve function.

Salary Outlook

$44,200 25^th Percentile

$65,226 50^th Percentile

$112,000 75^th Percentile

$21.25 Hourly

$31.36 Hourly

$53.85 Hourly

Estimated Annual Salary	Average Hourly Wage	Positions Nationwide
$65,226.00	$31.36	102,000

Resources

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

Accredited Programs

Advanced Certificate Programs

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Certification (RPGST)

American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET)

Credentialing Exams

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Title	Company	Location	Posted
NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST	UMass Memorial Medical Center	Worcester, MA	04.20.2018
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST	UMass Memorial Medical Center	Worcester, MA	04.20.2018
Performs a minimum of three procedures in the neurodiagnostic lab. These procedures include EEG, EMG, Autonomic testing, Evoke Potentials, OR Monitoring, or assisting with BOTOX treatments. May assist in the training of other technicians.
Neurodiagnostic Technologist III (CNIM-IOM) ** (Future Openings)	WakeMed Health & Hospitals	Raleigh, NC	03.08.2018
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Neurodiagnostic Technician II	Milford Regional Medical Center	Milford, MA	04.20.2018
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECH	Tift Regional Medical Center	Tifton, GA	04.20.2018
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Neurodiagnostic Tech	St. Luke's Health System	Boise, ID	04.20.2018
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Neurodiagnostic (EEG) Technician - Neurodiagnostic Testing	Mercy Medical Center Des Moines	Des Moines, IA	04.20.2018
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECH II- EMU	Greenville Health System	Greenville, SC	01.12.2018
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Neurodiagnostic Technician I	Singing River Health System	Pascagoula, MS	04.20.2018
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Neurodiagnostic Tech II	Sisters of Providence Health System	Springfield, MA	08.15.2017
Facility: Mercy Medical Center Primary function is to conduct Neurodiagnostic studies on patients of all ages in accordance with department protocols and national standards in order to assist Neurologist with proper diagnosis and treatment....
Neurodiagnostic Tech II	Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center	Boston, MA	04.20.2018
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Neurodiagnostic (EEG) Technologist casual	Allina Health	Minneapolis, MN	03.07.2018
Req ID: 42705 This position will be primarily responsible for EEG testing within Abbott Northwestern. This position will be designated as an on-call status.
SLEEP TECHNOLOGIST	Southeastern Regional Medical Center	Lumberton, NC	04.03.2018
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECH III	Greenville Health System	Greenville, SC	01.12.2018
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Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist III (END Tech)	MaineHealth	Scarborough, ME	04.20.2018
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST Worcester, MA UMass Memorial Medical Center
Performs a minimum of three procedures in the neurodiagnostic lab. These procedures include EEG, EMG, Autonomic testing, Evoke Potentials, OR Monitoring, or assisting with BOTOX treatments. May assist in the training of other technicians.
NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST Worcester, MA UMass Memorial Medical Center
Performs a minimum of three procedures in the neurodiagnostic lab. These procedures include EEG, EMG, Autonomic testing, Evoke Potentials, OR Monitoring, or assisting with BOTOX treatments. May assist in the training of other technicians.
Neurodiagnostic Technologist III (CNIM-IOM) ** (Future Openings) Raleigh, NC WakeMed Health & Hospitals
The Neurodiagnostic Technologist III of WakeMed Neurodiagnostics provides neurological services to inpatients and outpatients of population ranging from infancy to geriatrics. Services are completed upon the written prescription of a physician...
Neurodiagnostic Technician II Milford, MA Milford Regional Medical Center
Perform a variety of neurodiagnostic testing under the general supervision of the Chief Technologist of the EEG/EMG Laboratory. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. 1-2 years training in accredited EEG Technology School....
NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECH Tifton, GA Tift Regional Medical Center
Technologist is responsible for performing routine EEG's, Must be efficient in performing studies on newborns, pediatrics, adolescents and geriatric patients. Carrie out all studies that are put on the schedule by the department director. And...
Neurodiagnostic Tech Boise, ID St. Luke's Health System
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NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECH II- EMU Greenville, SC Greenville Health System
Experience in neurodiagnostic field required. Performs several neurodiagnostic procedures with independence and accuracy. Behaviors that support the mission, vision and values of the department and hospital are expected....
Neurodiagnostic Technician I Pascagoula, MS Singing River Health System
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Neurodiagnostic Tech II Springfield, MA Sisters of Providence Health System
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