Local Contract EMG Technologist
Philadelphia, PA
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
5x8 hrs, Days

Seeking a qualified Electromyograph (EMG) Technician for one of the most reputable hospitals in Philadelphia.

This is a full-time 13 week contract with the option to extend.

Schedule:

• Full Time: 40 hrs/week
• 5 x 8 hour day shifts
• 7:00am-3:00pm
• Contract with potential for extension

Pay: $45/hour

Job Description:

• The Electromyography Technologist, under the Director of Neurodiagnostic services, performs nerve conduction studies and assists physicians with needle examination in the laboratory and at the patient's bedside.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to young adult, adult and geriatric age patients
• Proven ability to work with physicians, administrators and staff
• Demonstrates the ability to problem solve
• Demonstrates the ability to resolve technical issues within their field
• Possesses excellent communication skills
• Possesses strong computer skills (MS office-Excel, Word)
• Demonstrates knowledge of patient history, anatomy and technical skill pertinent to EMG technicians
• Ability to assemble, disassemble EMG equipment for redressing per each patient case
• Displays knowledge of proper function of equipment
• Displays technical skill of electrode placement and proficiency with components of machine
• Displays knowledge of cleaning procedures for equipment
• Possesses ability to record responses with testing and can differentiate between normal and abnormal responses
• Displays knowledge of data entry to electronic health record and hospital billing
• Possesses ability to assemble monthly statistics
• Displays ability to teach co-workers and precept students in fieldWork with physician to diagnose particular health problems

Requirements:

• 2+ years of EMG experience
• Hospital experience required