What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurophysiology Technologist II position at OU Medical Center?
Position Title: Neurophysiology Technologist II Department: Neurophysiology Job Description: General Description: Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of Neurophysiology procedures that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve and brain disorders. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to this position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. The Neurophysiology Technologist II is responsible for performing competently two or more modalities of Neurophysiology studies, including but not limited to EEG, EMU, LTM, ECI, and pruning Studies Responsible for: patient preparation, education, maintaining Neurophysiology department, troubleshooting, and cleaning of equipment. Cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary to record and identify various Neurophysiology data, analyze study activity, making notations to indicate any disorder or artifact in various study settings Ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism Trains and performs as a preceptor for new hires and assists Physicians, Nurse practitioner, Manager, and technologists as needed. Responsible for setting, adjusting and operating equipment during procedure and for a procedure. Function in other areas within the Neurophysiology department as needed including but not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Cares for all age groups, sets-up, prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used maintains patients files. Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: High school graduate with some post-secondary college education, in science or health related area. Graduate of an accredited school of EEG Technology preferred. Experience: 2 years of experience in Neurophysiology/ Neurodiagnostics and competent in performing two or more Neurophysiology / Neurodiagnostics studies Licensure/Certifications/Registrations: BLS (American Heart Association) required upon hire. / Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to provide outstanding patient care. Some general knowledge of physiology. Good verbal and written communication skills that allow relaying of information in a clear, concise, and calm manner. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and physicians. Basic knowledge of computers. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. 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