EEG Technologist - Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre

Detailed Overview

Performs various electroneurophysiological tests including EEG tests, and Evoked Potential Studies and evaluates test results and provides test information for interpretation by the medical staff. Responsible for the daily operation of the service which includes supply and equipment maintenance, maintenance of procedure manual and workload measurement. Responsibilities Conducts and records EEG and Evoked Potentials on patients by performing duties such as operating a variety of digital equipment, calibrating and adjusting equipment during test processes and taking appropriate measurements from test data produced in order to demonstrate whether abnormalities exist. Formulates technical preliminary reports by performing duties such as analyzing recordings, measuring numerical data, describing abnormal manifestations and forwarding calculations to the Supervisor Electroencephalographer for diagnosis. Prepares for test by performing duties such as receiving requisitions from physicians, reviewing case history, and assessing the nature of the problems to determine test approach. Prepares patient for test by receiving requisitions from physicians, reviewing case history, and assessing the nature of the problems to determine test approach. Prepares patient for test by receiving and interviewing patient or family, explaining procedure, attaching electrodes to appropriate areas and monitoring patient's comfort to ensure patient is at ease while obtaining required results. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment by performing duties such as calibrating and cleaning equipment to ensure equipment is producing accurate records; maintains service and equipment service records by completing log books and arranging repairs to ensure equipment is working. Maintains records by storing files and retrieving from archives for future reference. Prepares period-end statistics and other statistical analyses as required. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and equipment. Provides input into capital equipment acquisitions and budget information. Maintains and updates procedure manual for the service. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Graduation from a recognized program in Electroneurophysiology Technology plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for registration with the Canadian Board of Registration of Electroneurophysiology Technologists (CBRET) and/or the Board of Registered Electromyography Technologists of Canada (BRETC). Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with others. . Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to organize work. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.