Community Health Systems

EEG Technician

Community Health Systems  •  Knoxville, TN (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

EEG Technician
Schedule: Monday - Friday, start 7a-8a and end 4:30 -5:30 (flexible)

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
  • Educational Assistance
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid Time Off Available



The EEG Technician performs electroencephalograms (EEGs) and evoked potential (EVP) tests using specialized equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. This role involves patient assessment, observation, and care documentation, ensuring procedures are conducted safely and accurately. The EEG Technician operates independently, maintaining a clean and organized work environment and adhering to safety standards.

Essential Functions

  • Performs EEGs and EVPs as ordered by physicians, following established departmental policies and procedures.
  • Communicates with patients and families to explain procedures, ensuring comfort and promoting a positive patient experience.
  • Observes and documents patient condition changes that may affect test outcomes and communicates these changes to the appropriate medical staff.
  • Schedules patient appointments and manages follow-up communications and mailings for procedures.
  • Accurately inputs and verifies charges in the computer system to ensure correct billing and financial documentation.
  • Maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work area, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition for patient care.
  • Responds promptly to on-call cases and adjusts the self-scheduling and call schedule to support departmental needs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Technical School completion of a formal EEG Technician training program preferred
  • 0-2 years of experience in performing EEGs or related clinical experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of EEG and EVP procedures and equipment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
  • Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions in a clinical environment.
  • Basic computer skills for entering charges, managing schedules, and documenting patient information.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and a clean work area.

Licenses and Certifications

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required
Community Health Systems

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS affiliates operate 70 acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
chs.net
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