What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurodiagnostic Technology position at Brigham and Women's Hospital?
Under the direction of the Chief Technologist and the Lab Director, the Neurophysiology Specialist will independently perform nerve conduction studies, quantitative sensory testing, autonomic function testing and duties to assist physicians in performing EMGs. The Neurophysiology Specialist will assist with teaching and training, lab operations, quality assurance, and new initiatives. This person may act as a charge tech responsible for coordinating the team's daily activities in the absence of the chief tech.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient care :
- Prepares electromyography (EMG) testing rooms with clean linen and all necessary equipment and supplies.
- Performs standard and complex procedures, both usual and less common nerve conduction studies (NCS).
- Prepares patient, applying a variety of surface electrodes as required; accurately obtains NCS; distinguishes between normal and abnormal results; describes all abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the test; recognizes physiological and non-physiological artefacts and takes appropriate steps to eliminate them.
- Manipulates instrument controls for optimal recording of electrical responses. Assists the neurodiagnostic physician with EMG studies by manipulating instruments.
- Assists physicians in the performance of tests by preparing and assisting with anxious, uncooperative or physically challenged patients (i.e. changing of clothes, refreshments, warming of limbs, bathroom needs, electrode removal)
- Maintains clean and functional clinical space and requests support from environmental services and MGB Digital as needed. Clean and stock carts for EMG rooms. Keeps equipment in clean, operating condition, detects instrument malfunctions and makes minor maintenance adjustments or reports needed for major repairs.
- Communicates appropriately with all care teams, including physicians. Communicates with responding clinicians to triage incoming orders as needed.
- Demonstrates positive patient-appropriate interpersonal skills with patients, physician staff, and other hospital / clinic staff members.
- Demonstrates knowledge of peripheral nervous system, diseases related to neurodiagnostic medicine, instrumentation, basic electrodes and electrical safety.
- Files, faxes or mails EMG reports and requisitions as requested.
Lab operations :
Teaching, training, and general education :
Leadership :
Education
Required : High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Preferred : Some college or Associate's Degree
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Licenses and Credentials : AANEM or AAET certification.
Experience
Required : 3-5 years experience in an EMG Lab. Medical terminology experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Excellent interpersonal, written / verbal communications and organizational skills.
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
3. Ability to identify problems, troubleshoot and develop solutions.
4. Ability to interact with patients in a calm and reassuring manner.
5. Ability to understand the flow of the EMG Lab and respond quickly to changing priorities.
6. Ability and willingness to be flexible.
7. Ability to troubleshoot and make decisions quickly and independently.
8. Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.
