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Description EKG/EEG Tech-Cardiology-Per Diem- Varying Shift-Mount Sinai Queens The (Per Diem) Cardioneuro Technician, under general supervision, prepares and operates an electroencephalograph (EEG) machine to measure and record brain waves and/or prepares and operates an electrocardiographs (EKG) machine to record the action of the heart muscles. Performs minor maintenance of equipment and insures an adequate inventory of available supplies. Responsibilities Reads order from physician and determine specific test requirements. Explains test procedures to patient to secure their cooperation and to relieve their anxiety about the test. Positions patient and places electrodes/leads on appropriate parts of the body according to standard guidelines. Takes recording of brain waves/heart muscle activity Record patient information, documents tracings, mounts tracing on patients charts and forwards to physician. Ensures electrical safety of the patient at all times, performs maintenance and minor repairs of the equipment for use, and reports major problems to the supervisor. Greets patients, visitors and answer telephone promptly and courteously. Maintains a safe, ...