EMG Technician

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Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Per Diem Full time

Work Shift

Compensation Range

What you will be doing

Responsibilities

Clinical Service

• Communicate with the EMG attending of record about the study needed prior to initiation of testing
• Explain procedures to patients/family and answer questions, provide
• physical/emotional support to patient/family and seek guidance when necessary.
• Perform routine and complex nerve conduction studies, repetitive nerve
• stimulation studies, H Reflex and F Wave studies, Blink Reflex study,
• and other related techniques in populations of adolescents and adults.
• Ensure efficient patient flow and timely service.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient information and test results.

Service Maintenance and Quality Control

• Help with managing inventory and supply ordering.
• Ensure testing rooms are clean, stocked, and properly prepared.
• Equipment troubleshooting when needed.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and accreditation standards.

Staff and Physician Collaboration

• Train and support residents and fellows with performing nerve conduction studies
• Foster strong working relationships with EMG physicians and with other
• clinical staff

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Science preferred
• BLS Certification preferred.
• Certification from a recognized Electromyography program.
• Registration with the American Society of Electro neurodiagnostic Technicians or the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technician
• Minimum 2 years performing Nerve Conduction Studies
• Previous experience working in a clinical neurophysiology setting.
• Hands-on experience with EMG and nerve conduction study equipment.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong understanding of neuroanatomy and nerve conduction physiology.
• Proficiency in using neurodiagnostic equipment and associated software.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients and healthcare team.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to follow detailed protocols and work under supervision

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE PREFERRED

EP or EMG with ACET or CNCT New York

SKILLS REQUIRED

SKILLS PREFERRED

Excellent skills performing NCS and EP's

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.