Travel Respiratory Therapist
Baltimore, MD
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

The EEG Technician performs routine and complex procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis of clinic disorders of the nervous system in at least one of the following modalities of Neurodiagnostics: Electroencephalography (EEG), Evoked Potentials (EP), Epilepsy Monitoring and Polysomnography (PSG)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine and complex procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis of clinic disorders of the nervous system in at least one of the following modalities of Neurodiagnostics: Electroencephalography (EEG), Evoked Potentials (EP), Epilepsy Monitoring and Polysomnography (PSG)
• Reviews the patient's medical history and meets with them to explain the procedure and answer questions
• Functions as a resource person to physicians and their staff, family members and hospital staff
• Prepares patient and performs Electroencephalograms, Ambulatory EEG’s, BAER’s, VEP and other tests within scope of practice
• Reports findings or concerns to reading physician for prompt interpretation
• Cleans and maintains equipment (EEG machine and accessories)
• Uses specific protocol for patient wires including taking them off and proper cleaning and storage
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a biological or psychological field; as required by state regulations and contract specifications
• Appropriate Certification or State licensure; as required by state regulations or contract specifications
• One (1) year of experience in related field preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
• Participation and completion of amergis’ Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age 

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.