June 10th, 2021

Facility:

Contact:

Tech training and evaluation:

Facility report:
    • EEG
      • Begin using EEG caps to enable current techs to transition to running EEGs
      • Faster setup
      • No training in international 10/20 system necessary
      • Techs given information on EEG Primer to aid in pattern recognition
      • Keep current time of 1.5 hours
      • Will need 10ml syringes and blunt tips for injecting conductive gel
      • Will likely need 2 each of small, medium and large caps with a back-up for each
      • Instruction given as to proper documentation during test
      • Will need further training but XXXX has shown great interest and some understanding of test
    • Visual Evoked Potentials
      • Protocol changed on Cadwell to reflect standard Queen’s square setup
      • Had been using Oz to Cz reference with ground only
      • Both technologists trained and able to perform testing accurately
    • NCT
      • Previous technologist testing reviewed – poor quality with many inaccuracies
      • Prior testing reviewed with new technologists as example
      • Trained current technologists on testing with Cadwell equipment offering as much information and assistance as possible within the given time constraints
      • XXXX has learned quickly and is a good candidate for lead position. Worth furthering her education as I feel she will absorb quickly and will be able to train others in the future
      • XXXX shows understanding but lacks confidence in her ability. I am confident she will advance quickly, however
      • Not enough time to cover more complicated and less-common testing (repetitive stimulation, femoral motor nerve, medial and lateral antebrachial cutaneous,
        spinal accessory nerve, facial nerves, etc.)
      • Instructional handbook given to aid in self-study
      • Interviewed prospective technologist involving XXXX - not a good candidate Discussed extending time slots with administration to allow for more accurate, less rushed testing
        • Address Pt. questions, allow time for Pt to change if necessary, allow for warming Pt. if necessary
      • Discussed further evaluation and education over Zoom or similar with
        administration

I feel the current practice, with a few minor time slot and equipment changes and further EEG
training, will soon be functioning smoothly with the addition of XXXX and XXXX. I do recommend continuing their education with occasional evaluations of skills and testing quality. but I do not believe either will deviate from the standards they have been given.

Brian M. Garrison R.NCS.T, R.EEG T.