Medical Center Clinic · 3 months ago
Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) Technician
Medical Center Clinic
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMedical Center Clinic is seeking a Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) Technician who will assist in electromyographic diagnostic testing procedures under the supervision of a physician. The role involves patient care management, administration of medications, and performing NCS testing procedures to help diagnose neuromuscular disorders.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Identify self as an NCS Technician (verbally and wearing name tag with title)
Take vital signs
Prepare patients for the NCS diagnostic testing procedures
Administer medications and giving non-intravenous injections as directed by the physician*
Administer basic first aid
Assist with patient examination, procedures, or treatments as directed by the physician*
Perform office and/or administrative procedures required by the physician*
Contact patient with authorized instructions and document in the appropriate system the same day
Provide medical advice to patient and documents in patient’s chart, only under direct input from physician*
Obtain authorizations, schedule procedures, provide patients with written instructions to include dates and times of appointments and document such in patient’s chart
Coordinate schedule changes with front desk
Make reminder calls to patients, at least one day prior to their scheduled appointment
Measure electrical activity in peripheral nerves, using electromyograph (NCS) instrument, for use by physician in diagnosing neuromuscular disorders
Explain procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and relieve anxieties during test
Rub electrode paste on patient's skin to ensure contact of electrodes
Attach surface recording electrodes to extremity in which activity is being measured to detect electrical impulse
Attach electrodes to electrode cables or leads connected to NCS instrument and select nerve conduction mode on NCS
Operate NCS instrument to record electrical activity in peripheral nerves
Press button on manually held surface stimulator electrode to deliver pulse and send electrical charge along peripheral nerve
Monitor response on oscilloscope and presses button to record nerve conduction velocity
Measure and record time and distance between stimulus and response, manually or using computer, and calculate velocity of electrical impulse in peripheral nerve
Remove electrodes from patient upon conclusion of test and clean electrode paste from skin, using alcohol and cotton
Complete office charge slips with appropriate diagnosis and CPT code and submits to data entry in a timely fashion
Qualification
Required
Minimum education requirement is high school diploma or GED
Must hold and maintain Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification, in accordance with American Heart Association training
Must be authorized by supervising physician to perform testing procedures
Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers
Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner
Displays computer proficiency (i.e., PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications
Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication
Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds
Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families
Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Medium (exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally)
Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods
Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions
Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, holding, stooping, kneeling, and walking) for extended periods of time
Manual dexterity and a capacity to deal with visual, electrical, and computer concepts are important
Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
Seeing: Yes
Hearing: Yes
Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily
Must possess adequate individual coping skills
Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints
Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional
Preferred
College Associate degree preferred but not required
Certification as Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R. NCS T.) preferred
Company
Medical Center Clinic
Medical Center Clinic was established in 1938 by six specialist physicians in Escambia County who sought to enhance the quality of healthcare in the community.
Founded in 1938
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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