JOB SUMMARY:   An EMG Technician is a specialized healthcare professional who will assist the physician in diagnosing neuromuscular diseases by performing nerve conduction studies (NCS) and preparing patients for electromyography (EMG) tests. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Key responsibilities include attaching electrodes, operating diagnostic equipment, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining equipment. 

2. Perform nerve conduction studies (NCS) on peripheral nerves (median, ulnar, radial, peroneal, etc.) by applying stimuli and recording responses.

3. Explain procedures to patients, review medical history, and ensure patient comfort and safety during tests.

4. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot EMG equipment to ensure accurate data collection.

5. Analyze waveforms, calculate results, and prepare preliminary reports for physician review.

6. Assist physicians with needle EMG exams, maintain supply inventory, and uphold infection control standards. 

7. Assist with office tasks such as answering phones, rooming patients, and scribing.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

9. May be exposed to hazardous drugs. 

10. Attends OSHA training upon initial employee orientation and annually completes an OSHA competency.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE: Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or a related field, or equivalent experience in a neurodiagnostic, EMG, or medical setting. Certification by the American Association of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) or equivalent is preferred.

 
RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS: Direct relationship with patients/families, physicians and staff. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Classification of work level: Heavy. Requires sitting, standing, bending and reaching. May require lifting up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics. Requires manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computer, fax and telephone. Requires hearing and vision that is adequate to perform job duties.