Neurodiagnostic Tech-CE, Epilepsy Video Monitoring, Jewish Hospital, 7a-7p Job a

Overview

The purpose of this role is to provide high quality electroencephalogram studies on patients throughout the hospital including, but not limited to, EMU, ICU and outpatients as requested. The role also requires the ability to monitor long-term EEGs (ICU and / or EMU) for abnormal activity and to take immediate steps to notify appropriate parties of the findings per hospital policy. The technician has a thorough knowledge and proficiency of his / her job and strives to provide the highest quality of patient / testing / care. The technologist is proficient in the care and diagnostic testing of Neonatal (birth to discharge), Adolescents (12 - 17 years), Adult (18 - 65 years), and Geriatric (66 years and older). The technician presents a pleasing professional manner to the patient, staff and visitors and maintains open communication with the department and staff physicians. The technician supports and contributes to the department and hospital objectives / mission while adhering to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The technician will assist the Supervisor / Department Director with the orientation / training of new employees and will continually strive for personal improvement while keeping abreast of the changing modalities within the field. The technician will assist with administrative and secretarial duties as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess / prioritize daily workload and communicate with peers to divide / prioritize workload.
• Evaluate patient testing needs per patient history and physician order. Maintain awareness of individual patient needs; contact physician / patient floor for clarification of order if necessary.
• Measure each patient’s head using the International 10 / 20 system of electrode placement. Scrub each electrode site using appropriate cleansing medium. Apply electrodes with appropriate medium. Check impedance to assure impedance is
• Be aware of the specific age-related EEG patterns associated with each age group : Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.
• Make use of special filters and paper speed settings for optimal enhancement of abnormalities.
• Recognize artifacts, troubleshoot, and correct in a timely fashion to produce a quality recording. Assure integrity of electrodes and recording system. Monitor electrical brain activity to assure integrity of cable telemetry to mainframe computer system; troubleshoot and correct cabling problems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of Evoked Potentials, SSEP, median and tibial, VEP, and BAEP as well as EMU and continuous EEG monitoring.
• Follow appropriate sterilization / universal blood and body precautions.
• Complete appropriate documentation of study per departmental policy and procedures; charge patient appropriately and in a timely manner. Perform patient assessment and record appropriately. Assessment includes Physical assessment, Fall Risk, Skin Integrity, evidence of Abuse / Neglect, and Pain assessment.
• Monitor EEG and video data continuously as assigned and follow procedures for notification of the nursing staff and physicians when abnormalities are detected.
• Work successfully as an integral part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team caring for each patient.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Display a positive professional image representing the department and the hospital.
• Comprehend new testing procedures and ideas easily and incorporate these into the job description.
• Assist in the performance improvement activities of the department; take an active role in determination of issues, seek ways to bring about improvement.
• Assist departmental physicians / medical students in performance of patient testing as necessary.
• Attend / participate in departmental staff meetings. Offer helpful suggestions / input for betterment of department.
• Follow proper channels for communication of concerns / ideas.
• Follow and support all hospital and departmental goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred) :

Required : Maintains ongoing certification including required CEUs. BLS required.

Preferred : Associate degree in science or health-related field. ABRET certification or registered EEG tech.

Experience (required and preferred) :

Preferred : Minimum of 6 months performing EEG’s with experience in the performance of Evoked Potentials, EMU and / or Intraoperative Monitoring or 6 months experience as a Monitor Tech.

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