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EMG Tech - Neurology

Carle Health

United States, Illinois, Normal

1304 Franklin Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 29, 2024

Overview

To gather electrodiagnostic data through the performance and recording of electrodiagnostic procedures, including motor and sensory nerve conduction studies and somatosensory evoked potentials. The tech also takes a brief history of the patient including the symptoms that that required the referral for the EMG.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
H.S. Diploma/GED

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum one (1) year EMG technician experience required, with formal training under the direction of a physician.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Good interpersonal skills and communication. Basic computer knowledge required.

Responsibilities

-Performs motor and sensory nerve conduction studies and somatosensory evoked potentials
Maintains a clean work environment, ordering supplies, and ensures that clean gowns are on hard.
-Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.
-Actively participates in departmental meetings and continuing education programs.
-Complies with organization and departmental patient satisfaction initiatives. Serves as a role model for meeting the needs and expectations of patients and families.
-Insures that the examination room is properly prepared for the patient.
-Prepares the patient by assisting in removal of clothing, braces, and patient transfer to the examination table.
-Assists the physician in preparing for the procedure by properly positioning the patient, applying surface electrodes as directed, and labeling and organizing electromyographic printouts.
-Calibrates equipment according to departmental policy to insure proper working order.
-Generally assists in maintenance of equipment in safe working order.
-Records accurate results / data from electrodiagnostic procedures.
Assists the physician by running the EMG unit and the computer to produce written documentation according to departmental policy.
-Effectively manages computerized data, including data entry and report generation for EMG services.
Communicates with patients about scheduling any answers any questions the patient may have about the procedure.

About Us

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Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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