Nerve Conduction Study / EMG Technician

Nerve Conduction Study / EMG Technician

Pain Treatment MD
Bryant, Arkansas
Full-Time | Minimum 32 Hours per Week
Tuesday-Friday

We’re Expanding Our Team!

Pain Treatment MD is continuing to grow, and we are excited to add an experienced Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) / EMG Technician to our clinical team in Bryant, Arkansas.

As our practice and electrodiagnostic services continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced technician who is confident working directly with patients and performing high-quality nerve conduction studies in a busy outpatient specialty practice.

This is a full-time position with a minimum of 32 hours per week, primarily Tuesday through Friday. There is also the opportunity for the position to expand to 40 hours per week as patient volume and practice needs continue to grow.

Schedule

Tuesday-Friday

Minimum 32 hours per week

Typical schedule anticipated to be approximately 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, with scheduling adjusted as needed based on patient volume and clinic operations.

Opportunity to expand to 40 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities

The NCS/EMG Technician will be responsible for:

• Performing nerve conduction studies on upper and lower extremities according to physician orders and established testing protocols.
• Performing motor and sensory nerve conduction testing, F-waves, H-reflexes, comparative studies, and other appropriate nerve conduction testing.
• Properly placing electrodes and accurately measuring stimulation and recording distances.
• Obtaining clear, technically accurate, and reproducible waveforms.
• Recognizing and correcting technical artifacts.
• Troubleshooting equipment, electrodes, stimulation, and recording issues.
• Preparing patients for electrodiagnostic testing.
• Explaining nerve conduction testing to patients and helping patients remain comfortable throughout the examination.
• Obtaining relevant patient history prior to testing.
• Accurately documenting testing performed and relevant technical information.
• Preparing test results and data for physician review and interpretation.
• Assisting the physician during the EMG portion of the electrodiagnostic examination as appropriate.
• Maintaining and cleaning NCS/EMG equipment.
• Ensuring adequate testing supplies are available.
• Following infection-control and patient-safety protocols.
• Maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Working collaboratively with physicians, medical assistants, front-office staff, and other clinical team members.
• Maintaining efficient patient flow while ensuring testing quality.
• Assisting with other appropriate clinical responsibilities based on training and competency.

Minimum Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional education or formal training in neurodiagnostic technology, nerve conduction studies, electroneurodiagnostic technology, medical assisting, nursing, or another healthcare-related field is preferred but not required.

Minimum Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of direct patient-care experience required.
• Previous hands-on experience performing nerve conduction studies is required.
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate appropriate training and competency in performing nerve conduction testing.
• Candidate should be comfortable independently obtaining technically adequate nerve conduction recordings under physician supervision.
• Experience working in neurology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurosurgery, or interventional pain management is preferred.

This is not an entry-level NCS training position.

Applicants should already have practical experience performing nerve conduction studies and be comfortable working directly with patients.

Certification & Credential Requirements

Applicants must meet all applicable requirements for performing delegated clinical testing under physician supervision in the State of Arkansas.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 3 years of direct patient-care experience
• Documented training and hands-on experience performing nerve conduction studies
• Demonstrated competency in NCS technique and equipment
• Current BLS/CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire

Preferred but not required:

• R.NCS.T. – Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist
• ABRET or other nationally recognized neurodiagnostic credential
• Formal neurodiagnostic or electroneurodiagnostic technology training
• Associate degree or higher in a healthcare or allied-health field

National certification is welcomed but is not required for an otherwise qualified and experienced candidate.

Required Knowledge & Skills

Candidates should have working knowledge of:

• Peripheral nerve anatomy and physiology
• Upper- and lower-extremity nerve conduction techniques
• Proper electrode placement
• Motor and sensory nerve testing
• F-wave and H-reflex testing
• Appropriate stimulation and recording techniques
• Measurement of nerve conduction distances
• Equipment operation and troubleshooting
• Recognition and correction of technical artifacts
• Medical terminology
• Infection-control procedures
• HIPAA and patient confidentiality

Candidates must also demonstrate:

• Excellent patient-care and bedside skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliability and punctuality
• Professional communication
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Ability to work independently while following established physician protocols
• Strong organizational skills
• Compassion when working with patients experiencing pain, weakness, numbness, or other neurologic symptoms

Scope of Position

The technician will perform the technical nerve conduction component of the electrodiagnostic examination under physician supervision.

The physician is responsible for interpretation of the study, clinical correlation, diagnosis, and medical decision-making.

The technician will not independently interpret studies, diagnose patients, or independently perform invasive needle EMG examinations unless separately licensed or legally authorized to do so.

The technician may assist the physician with patient preparation, equipment setup, documentation, and other appropriate aspects of the EMG examination.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced with nerve conduction studies
• Excellent with patients
• Technically skilled and detail-oriented
• Dependable and punctual
• Comfortable working independently
• Able to troubleshoot testing issues
• Efficient without sacrificing study quality
• Professional and team-oriented
• Interested in growing with an expanding medical practice

About Pain Treatment MD

Pain Treatment MD is a growing interventional pain management practice serving patients throughout Central Arkansas.

As we continue to expand our locations, services, and clinical team, we are looking for experienced healthcare professionals who want to grow with our practice.

Our team provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with complex pain and neurologic conditions in a modern outpatient environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced NCS/EMG technician to join an expanding practice and help grow our electrodiagnostic program.

Apply

Qualified applicants should submit a current resume detailing:

• Nerve conduction study experience
• Previous EMG/NCS work experience
• Direct patient-care experience
• Relevant education or training
• Any current neurodiagnostic certifications or credentials

We are expanding and look forward to adding another experienced member to the Pain Treatment MD team!

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person