Posted:
10/15/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Non-Registered EMG Technologist
Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
The electromyography (EMG) examination, also known as the electrodiagnostic (EDX) examination, plays an essential role in the diagnosis of many neuromuscular disorders. Cleveland Clinic’s EMG laboratory is one of Ohio’s largest and provides leading-edge electrophysiologic analysis. EMG examinations are performed and interpreted by staff neurologists and physiatrists, with assistance from neurology fellows and registered technologists.
A caregiver in this position works 7:00am – 5:00pm and may work at Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Avon Hospital or locations in Willoughby Hills, Strongsville, Middleburg Heights, Wadsworth and Stow/Cuyahoga Falls.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Perform nerve conduction studies for patients.
Assist with instructing other caregivers, residents, physicians and technicians in proper laboratory procedures.
Maintain order within the laboratory.
Assist with research studies as assigned.
Analyze designs and execute additional nerve conduction studies based on initial findings based on initial results and knowledge of peripheral neuroanatomy.
Operate the nerve conduction instrumentation and ensure proper adjustments for accurate recording procedures.
Select nerves to be studied by reviewing requests and patient history.
Educate patients on EMG examinations.
Perform various administrative functions related to the laboratory.
Obtain patient’s EMG reports and transmit them to the physician on request.
Mail pieces to referring physicians.
Maintain files on all requests for reports.
Clean and restock EMG rooms and equipment.
Replenish lab supplies in examination rooms.
Use knowledge of Neurophysiology to assess the data's reliability and problem-solve to minimize error.
Relate procedures to the referring diagnosis.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
High school diploma/GED
An associate’s degree from an accredited END program or at least two years of college with human anatomy and physiology study.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Must obtain certification as a Registered Nerve Conduction Study Tech within two years of hire.
Working knowledge of peripheral neuropathy and neurophysiology.
Knowledge of basic physiology, anatomy and science to locate nerve locations and understand electromyography test results.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Healthcare-related experience.
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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Website: https://clevelandclinic.org/
Headquarter Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1921
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Medical ⋅ Non Profit