What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurodiagnostic Tech I position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
Summary
Ability to perform routine procedures in Epilepsy Unit and inpatient and outpatient EEGs. Applies electrodes and performs EEGs, routines and long-term studies. Learns EEG pattern recognition and assists in monitoring patients in the Epilepsy monitoring unit. Remove electrodes when study complete. Reports events and critical EEG results to providers. Provides technical descriptions to providers and support staff. Reviews and edits video EEG recordings. Creates reports and assigns studies in EPIC radiant workflow. Navigate multiple software applications.
Experience and Education
- One (1) year experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in the field of Neurodiagnostics.
- High School Diploma. Some college education preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
Job Duties
1. Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner; performs routine, extended and continuous EEG procedures in the EMU or Neurosonology procedures in clinic and inpatient hospital settings. Educates patients and family using AIDET and appropriately utilizes methods designed to improve patient cooperation and comfort.
2. Monitors patients hooked up for EEG testing in the EMU. Reports events to clinical staff and physicians. Works in accordance with the standards and protocols of the Neurodiagnostic Department and/or Neurosonology Lab.
3. Provides technical descriptions of the EEG to support staff and nurses as they assess patients for comprehension and ability to cooperate during ictal and non-ictal events as assigned. Clearly documents and reports clinical and electrographic changes in a timely manner as outlined in policy.
4. Reviews and edits routine, extended and continuous EEG files or Neurosonology procedures; utilizing appropriately neurodiagnostic nomenclature in describing electrographic abnormalities or concerning patterns. Prunes, clips and archives files as needed according to department policy.
5. Demonstrates knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, instrumentation, pattern recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence END and Neurosonology procedures. Applies methods to obtain optimal electrical recordings and actively identifies equipment limitations and problems related to patient care.
6. Clearly documents a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from the patient, the patient's record, and family members including neurolygical symptomology and medications. Able to assess situations, describe diagnostic testing information and interact with patients and family in critical settings and under stressful circumstances.
7. Demonstrates the ability to access, navigate and document in multiple software applications (Nihon Kohden, Microsoft Office suites, Cadwell, Persyst, Remote Citrix, Epic, Peoplesoft, Neurosonology software systems). Provides accurate charge entry/verification routinely and maintains electronic communication consistently with appropriate staff through the designately channels.
8. Learns to assist and perform additional and advanced Neurodiagnostic and Neurosonology Procedures by supervised practice with increasing independence. Required to participate in conferences or in-services, and independent study as outlined by department leaders.
9. Verifies identity of patient and provides adequate patient ID on all studies. Ensures patient safety at all times. Keeps equipment clean and in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems and repairs or reports to management promptly. Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate actions to take during an abnormal study or emergency situation. Ensures electrical safety to patients and staff.
**Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
Why UT Southwestern?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.
For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Security
- This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
Salary
- Salary Negotiable
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