What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neuro Monitoring Technician- Neurodiagnostics Department- Rotating position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
The mission of the Neurodiagnostics Department is to provide the highest quality Neurodiagnostic services to all patients who visit VCU Health. We support our patients with 24/7 Neurodiagnostic testing and offer services across 8 locations within the health system, inpatient and outpatient. As a Neuro Monitoring Technician, you will join a team that works closely and collaboratively and be immersed in an environment where communication is key in the ever-changing world of patient care. Our leadership team prioritizes a safe, well-supplied space where you're not only supported in your daily performance but also in your long-term career development.
The Neuro Monitoring Technician should have strong organizational, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with our impressive neurodiagnostics team. **Flexibility to various work shifts required given 24/7 operations - specific shift(s) to be discussed during interview process**
Under the direction of the Chief END Technician, the Neurodiagnostic Assistant is a support position in the Neurophysiology department, with duties designed to be flexible to meet the specific needs of the Neurophysiology department. This position requires the candidate to monitor EMU and continuous EEG patients, document patient activities throughout the study, initial EEG studies every 2 hours, maintain camera placement, communicate patient activities to EEG Technicians, Neurology Residents, Neurology Attending physicians and nurses, and identify seizures. This position will also be assigned administrative duties in support of the Neurophysiology Lab.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: BLS (CPR) certification
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: BLS (CPR) Certification
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum one year health care experience
No work experience if individual is a graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft and email, etc.
Experience PREFERRED: Experience in academic health care setting
Education/training REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED: MA, CMA, CCMA preferred
Independent action(s) required:
Monitor EMU and continuous EEG studies, document patient activities, initial EEG study every 2 hours, communicate patient events to the Neurology staff, identify seizures.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Weekends, weekdays, holidays, evenings, overnight shift, 11 pm - 7 am.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20 50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem-solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change
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