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EMG Autonomics Lab Technician, Neurology

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
10 Members Way (Show on map)
Feb 05, 2026
We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Autonomic Lab Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join our Neurology team! The operating hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. The Autonomic Technician role requires a strong clinical background, ideally with experience in neurodiagnostics such as EEG, EMG, sleep technology, or related autonomic testing. This position is primarily focused on autonomic testing (approximately 80%), with some EMG testing (about 20%). Responsibilities include preparing and educating patients prior to testing, conducting autonomic and EMG tests (with autonomic studies lasting up to two hours), monitoring blood pressure and heart rate, placing electrodes, stocking and maintaining testing rooms, and managing supplies and inventory. Training will take place in Portsmouth, where autonomic testing is currently based, with the ideal candidate able to support both Portsmouth and Dover locations as needed. A provider is always on site during testing, and the technician will work alongside nursing staff and another experienced technician. The technologist will measure the heart rate and blood pressure of the patient who will be exposed to a variety of stimuli that are controlled by the technologist such as deep breathing, active standing, and passive head-up tilting on a tilt-table. In addition, the technologist will perform a sympathetic skin response test that will evaluate and record the galvanic response from the skin. The technician will be responsible preparing the patient for all autonomic testing in the lab as well as providing explanations of what to expect. When the exams are complete, the technologist organizes the data into a report. Responsibilities: - Correctly places EKG leads and electrodes to acquire a diagnostically accurate EKG - Prepares a patient for testing - Explains each autonomic test component to the patient and assures they understand what to expect, how to communicate during the test and why the test has been ordered - Sets up the patient room with all necessary equipment before the patient's test time - Performs each autonomic test and records observations in real time - Helps to maintain proper scheduling in conjunction with the scheduling department. - Provides patients with pre-appointment paperwork and answers any patient questions prior to appointment date - Maintains proper supply levels and orders additional testing supplies as needed - Enters test result data Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of Education requirements? No Licenses and Certifications Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist [R. EEG T.] - ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation preferred Strongly Preferred: Can perform accurate EKG tracings Excellent patient interactive skills Can recognize life threatening arrhythmias Can recognize EKG artifact Can enter data quickly and accurately Can measure blood pressure Wentworth-Douglass Physician Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.