Electrodiagnostic (EMG/NCS) Provider (Physician or Physical Therapist)
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Job Description
Job Title: Electrodiagnostic (EMG/NCS) Provider
Department: Clinical Operations / Neuromuscular & Orthopedic Medicine
Reports To: Clinical Director / Vice President of Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract
Locations: Langhorne, Rockledge, Collegeville and Havertown
Job Summary
The Electrodiagnostic Provider is responsible for performing, evaluating, and interpreting Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS). This role is vital in evaluating, diagnosing, and helping map treatment plans for patients presenting with complex neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders, including radiculopathy, peripheral neuropathies, carpal tunnel syndrome, and focal nerve injuries.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Assessment: Conduct focused neuromuscular histories and physical examinations to establish differential diagnoses and determine the appropriate scope of the electrodiagnostic study.
- Diagnostic Testing: Perform and administer nerve conduction velocity (NCV) testing and needle electromyography (EMG) utilizing specialized diagnostic equipment.
- Interpretation & Reporting: Analyze raw wave patterns, latency, and amplitude data. Formulate precise, comprehensive diagnostic reports integrating findings with the patient's broader clinical picture.
- Patient Care & Safety: Explain the technical procedures clearly to patients to mitigate anxiety, ensure physical comfort during invasive needle exams, and strictly adhere to clinical safety and infection control protocols.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain meticulous electronic health records (EHR). Ensure all diagnostic data, billing codes (e. g., CPT 95886, 95911), and clinical justifications meet stringent compliance and insurance reimbursement standards.
Education
If Physician
- Education: Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution or
- Residency/Fellowship: Successful completion of an accredited residency in Neurology or Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) / Physiatry.
- Board Certification: Board eligible or certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN), the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR), or specialized certification from the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM).
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted state medical license and DEA registration.
If Physical Therapist
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT, MPT, or
MSPT).
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted license to practice Physical Therapy in the practicing state.
- Board Certification: Board-Certified Clinical Electrophysiologic Specialist (ECS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) is highly preferred (or active eligibility and an established timeline to sit for the ABPTS exam).
- Life Support: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience with nerve conduction studies and EMG in a medical office or healthcare setting
Compensation & Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution and additional discretionary profit sharing
- Benefits effective on your hire date (for full-time employees)
- Generous paid sick and vacation time
- 7 paid holidays annually
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee referral reward program
About Premier Orthopaedics & Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder
Premier Orthopaedics and Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC) are leading providers of comprehensive musculoskeletal care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
Premier Orthopaedics delivers expert treatment for orthopedic injuries, joint disease, interventional spine care, regenerative medicine, and comprehensive physical therapy services, supported by more than 120 providers across 50+ locations. Facilities include state-of-the-art MRI centers, outpatient surgery centers, physical therapy clinics, and orthopedic urgent care centers to ensure timely access to high-quality, patient-focused care.
Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center (PHSC), a division of Premier Orthopaedics, has been nationally recognized for more than 50 years for its specialized care of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Our fellowship-trained surgeons and certified Hand and Occupational Therapists collaborate to provide seamless care—from diagnosis and treatment to post-operative and rehabilitative recovery.
With 20+ convenient locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, PHSC offers advanced, integrated care to restore function, mobility, and quality of life for patients with upper extremity conditions.
Requirements
Candidates must be either a Board-certified Physician (MD/DO) in Neurology or PM&R, or a licensed Physical Therapist with ECS certification. A minimum of one year of experience in nerve conduction studies and EMG is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Electrodiagnostic (EMG/NCS) Provider (Physician or Physical Therapist) at Premier Orthopaedics a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Neurology physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.
Neurology — Physical Therapist Career Context
In Pennsylvania, the Physical Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (313 salary observations; 2,493 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,915 salary observations; 59,745 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Physical Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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