Emg Technician

Northern Arizona Orthopaedics is an independent, physician-owned practice with multiple locations throughout Northern Arizona. Our hallmark is our people and their unified efforts to deliver exceptional orthopaedic care to our customers -the residents and visitors of northern Arizona.

HOPCo (Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company) is the corporate parent of Northern Arizona Orthopaedics. HOPCo is a vertically integrated musculoskeletal outcomes management company. HOPCo manages physician practices, hospital service lines, population health and value-based care programs, and musculoskeletal delivery networks.

Please see below for the functions and requirements to be a EMG Technician with Northern Arizona Orthopaedics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs nerve conduction studies and assists in electrodiagnostic studies as required, under the supervision of the EMG physician.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots physiological and non-physiological artifact and technical issues, while recognizing normal and abnormal results to take the reasonable steps to obtain the best study on the patient.
• Cleans, replenishes, maintains, and assures availability of instruments and supplies needed in the EMG exam room.
• Assists the EMG Physician as needed during the needle examination and sets up for physicians’ procedures.
• Ensures equipment meets quality standards.
• Reports findings and calculates nerve conduction values.
• Acts as the physician liaison between patients and the doctors regarding patient questions and concerns.
• Maintain HIPAA compliant environment.
• Ensures patient receives education as indicated by the provider.

*The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for this position.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.
• Completion of Neurodiagnostic Technology program or a minimum of one-year on-the-job training in a similar role required.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one year of experience with nerve conduction studies and EMG in a medical office or healthcare setting

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform essential duties for this position without direct supervision

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of EMG procedures
• General knowledge of patient care in a clinic
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality, state laws, HIPAA regulations, and medical records procedures

SKILLS

• Professionalism when interacting with providers, co-workers, patients, family members, and the public.
• Skill in problem-solving and time management
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and family.
• Skill in follow-up with patients and responding to inquiries in a timely manner

ABILITIES

• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image
• Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated work assignments.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion when dealing with patients and family members

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal office environment
• Regular travel to locations throughout the market

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment
• Some bending and stretching required
• Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• HOPCo Mission, Vision, and Values must be acknowledged and adhered to