Department of Neurology - Electroneurodiagnostic Tech (EMG)
University of Iowa

Iowa City, Iowa

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The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Neurology is seeking an Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist to perform routine nerve conduction studies (i.e., motor nerve conductions, sensory nerve conductions, F-waves, H-reflexes, and other techniques used to provide electrodiagnostic evidence in support of neuropathic diseases) in the Electromyography (EMG) lab.

Responsibilities include:

  • Perform routine nerve conduction studies (i.e., motor nerve conductions, sensory nerve conductions, F-waves, H-reflexes, and other techniques used to provide electrodiagnostic evidence in support of neuropathic diseases) in the laboratory, off-site locations, patient bedside, and operating room.
  • Analyze acquired data and apply appropriate techniques and procedures to provide diagnostic outcomes based on individual patient needs.
  • Organize and generate data reports for diagnostic review by interpreting physicians.
  • Assist interpreting physician with the electromyography (EMG) procedure.
  • Recognize correlations between nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG) findings as relevant for diagnosis.
  • Assure and maintain competency in expertise in area of specialization as a requirement for NAEC Level IV accreditation.
  • Interact and educate patients to promote understanding of procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Communicate with patients in an appropriate manner to relay and obtain information necessary for the procedure.
  • Provide quality control of equipment: recognizing malfunction, troubleshooting and/or alerting appropriate personnel.
  • Keep and organize records, database, and data archival system.
  • Clean laboratory in accordance with hospital standards.
  • Provide support for laboratory clerical employees including appointment scheduling, billing, and report completion.
  • Participate in the instruction of students; technologists and medical, residents, fellows; electrophysiology and neuromuscular and other staff in methods of nerve conduction studies.
  • Support quality patient care through orientation and staff education.
  • Participate in continuing education opportunities by attending departmental lecture series, annual conferences, journal reviews, publications and contribute to professional organizations.
  • Adhere to compliance standards and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives in accordance with national, hospital, and departmental standards.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Supervision Received: Supervision is received from the EMG Lab supervisor, attending physician, or other qualified designated official.

Supervision Exercised: Functional supervision is exercised over support staff, students, residents, and fellows.

Schedule: Hours will be worked during clinic operation, typically between 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Pay Grade: 28 - https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/plans

Percent of Time: 100%

The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®

Required Qualifications
  • Completion of a 24-month END Technology program accredited by CAAHEP or other applicable program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Eligible for certification by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists, American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists, or other applicable nationally recognized certifying agency. Certification within nine (9) months following the start of employment is required
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Desired Qualifications
  • Certification by the AAET, the Nerve Conduction Association (R.NCS.T.), or American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (CNCT)
  • Exposure to nerve conduction studies
  • General computer skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions
Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Erin Curry at 319-356-7355 or erin-curry@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Electroneurodiagnostic Technol
  • Appointment Type: SEIU
  • Schedule: Full-time
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 28
Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: Erin Curry
  • Contact Email: erin-curry@uiowa.edu


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