Neurodiagnostic Tech 2
Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: November 19, 2024
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health Saint Louis
University Hospital 1201 GrandWorker Type:RegularJob
Highlights:This position may be eligible for our 5K sign on bonus
(Night Shift Only) Please check with your recruiter for
eligibility. Schedule: 7pm-7:30am - three 12 hr shifts per week.
Every third weekend.Job Summary:Performs neurodiagnostic testing,
to include EEG, EP, MEG, TMS, Epilepsy monitoring and
Electrocorticography. Assist in nerve conduction testing. Completes
all necessary documentation for departmental record, patient
procedures, etc. Participates and assists in education and training
opportunities.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:POSITION
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of Time)Essential
Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and
performance criteria:Position Accountabilities1) Performs standard
and complex EEG and evoked potential (EP) recordings according to
established lab protocol, and guidelines set forth by the American
Clinical Neurophysiology Society.(1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
70%CriteriaA) Performs EEG recordings, including wake and sleep,
nasopharyngeal studies, bedside, electrocerebral inactivity (ECI)
evaluations.B) Summarizes the patient's neurological status and
clinical history and completes the documentation needed for
physician interpretation, including history sheets, labeling of
tracing, etc.C) Records clinical evoked potentials in the following
modalities: auditory, visual and cervical and lumbar somatosensory.
Records clinical nerve conduction velocities and quantitative
sensory testing. Monitors EEG during sodium amytal studies,
electrocorticography, cortical mapping etcD) Performs long term
epilepsy monitoring to evaluate patients with paroxysmal
disturbances of cerebral function.2) Completes patient charge forms
to insure accurate and timely billing of the procedure and
completes all necessary written documentation to insure smooth
operation of the department. - (2, 5, 6) 10%CriteriaA) Enters
charges daily for procedures performed with no more than 1 error
per week.B) Enters required patient information into daily log
books.C) Enters information into hospital and department computer
equipment for other departmental functions (archiving patient
data), service requisitions, etc.3) Supports all functions, goals
and objectives of the department as well as development of any new
programs that involve the Neurophysiology Lab and Epilepsy Unit.
(2, 4, 5, 6) 5%CriteriaA) Participate in development of new
diagnostic testing procedures to be performed in the department.
Participates in the evaluation of new equipment for potential
purchase.B) Educates residents and other medical or technical staff
in the technical aspects, indications and limitations of
Neurophysiology exams.C) Enhances professional growth and
development through annual participation in educational programs,
in-services, workshops, reading current publications on
Neurophysiology testing/technology and neurological diseases, on
line CME through various professional organizations & manufacturers
and viewing videotaped education programs.4) Safety/Infection
Control: Practices according to safety and infection control
policies. (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5%CriteriaA) Practices universal
precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established
guidelines. Disinfects and cleans equipment according to
manufacturer's guidelines and standards outlined by Infection
Control and department policy.B) Maintains a safe, clean,
comfortable and therapeutic environment for
patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital
standards.1. Maintains clutter free environment.2. Keeps
conversations and background noise to a minimum3. Adheres to dress
code.4. Maintains equipment in clean & proper working condition on
a daily basis. Troubleshoots & corrects technical problems as
needed. Contacts Clinical Engineering or manufacturer's service
department (if under contract) when malfunctions occur.C) Reports
risk management concerns.D) Assumes responsibility for completing
all hospital and department annual mandatory requirements:E) Works
in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.5) Service:
Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis
University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a
courteous and respectful manner. (1, 3, 5, 6) 3%CriteriaA)
Demonstrates care and courtesy to all patients, family members,
hospital and medical staff.---Demonstrates an attitude of
cooperation and professionalism when communicating with patients,
physicians, co-workers and other personnel. Clearly communicates
procedures to patients and family members to insure understanding
and consent.B) Communicates effectively and maintains
confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy.---Maintains
strict confidentiality in regards to all patient, employee and
hospital information.C) Demonstrates competence and collaboration
as outlined in the hospital policy.---Attends department meetings
and other meetings as required. Annually attends in-services that
support Saint Louis University Hospital mission and vision.D)
Provides Cost Effective Services:---Minimizes overtime by
scheduling and performing patient procedures in the most efficient
manner (flex time).---Appropriately uses/handles equipment and
orders supplies to minimize expenditures on repairs, replacement
items and inventory.E) Attends regularly scheduled hospital and
department meetings that support and explain the Mission of Saint
Louis University Hospital and its operation. - - - - - - - - - - -
-F) Demonstrate ability to relate to coworkers in a professional
and respectful manner, in order to assure and promote a culture of
safety.6) Performance Improvement (PI): - Incorporates Quality
Assessment into one's daily work. - (2, 3, 5, 6) 2%CriteriaA)
Assists in the daily collection of data for the department's
Performance Improvement Program. (Volume indicators monthly &
quality indicators are based upon department operation & requested
monitoring by the procedure review committee.)B) Responsible for
the monthly and quarterly data analysis for each indicator in
preparation for the quarterly and annual summaries. - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7) Age
Appropriate Care: - Provides age-appropriate care to: - -
2%__x__Adolescent - - - - ___x__Adult ___x__GeriatricCriteriaA)
Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development
necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by
the department.B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age
specific data to identify patient needs.C) Utilizes communication
skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and
interaction.D) Involves family or significant other in decision
making related to services provided.E) Demonstrates ability to
provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the
department assigned.8) Specialized Care: - Provides specialized
care to patients at high risk for injury.(1, 2, 4, 5, 8) CriteriaA)
Restraint Care1) Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint
prior to application.2) Applies restraints consistent with the
approved procedure.B) Pain Management1) Follows pain management
plan of care, e.g.: repositioning, massage, immobilization, etc.2)
Reports patient complaints of pain to the nursing staff and/or
physician.C) Abuse Assessment1) Is aware of abuse recognition
criteria and incorporates it into assessments.2) Reports signs of
possible abuse/neglect to the physician and Risk Management, and
recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric, Social Work) for
evaluation.The following job accountabilities may be reassigned.9)
Provides assistance in the day-to-day operation of the
Neurophysiology Lab. (2, 6) 3% - - - - - - - - -CriteriaA)
Retrieves previously videotaped procedures or digitally archived
for viewing/printing as requested. Perform data
management/archiving duties as requested.C) Assists in clerical
duties as required, including telephone responsibilities,
processing of reports, filing, scheduling, etc.D) Participates in
preparing & performing regular safety and infection control
surveys. Reports non-compliant issues to manager and if necessary,
safety or infection control director, and takes steps to correct
deficiencies.DISCLAIMER: - Performs other related duties as
assigned or requested.Rationale for Essential Functions1) The
performance of this function is the reason the job exists.2) There
are limited employees among whom the performance of this function
can be distributed.3) This function occupies a great deal of the
employee's time.4) This function is highly specialized. Employees
are hired for the skill/ability to perform this function.5) Failure
to perform this function may have serious consequences.6) The
function was performed by past employees, and is performed by
current employees.7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require
the use of protective equipment8) Exposure to tuberculosis that
requires the use of protective equipmentJob SpecificationsMINIMUM
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Neurodiagnostic
Technology preferred or equivalent training. Prior experience in
epilepsy and intraoperative monitoring preferred.MINIMMUM
EXPERIENCE:At least three years' experience performing EEGs, NCV
and EPs. Intraoperative monitoring experience helpful. If not a
graduate of an accredited school of Neurodiagnostic Technology must
already have R.EEG T credential. Epilepsy experience helpful but
not required.REQUIRED COURSE: (licensure/certification)Registered
or registry eligible by ABRET in EEG, or within 18 months of
hireSkills: (administrative/business)Compile statisticsFile,
archive and retrieve department patient filesComputer skills
helpfulSkills: - (equipment/machine)Various Neurophysiology Lab and
Epilepsy Unit equipment for diagnostic and monitoring
procedures.Hospital computer system (EHR = EPIC, HPF,
Meditech)Hospital telephone systemCalculatorCopy machineFAX
machineWORKING CONDITIONS:May be exposed to infectious and
contagious diseases.Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne
pathogens.Exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and
wastes.Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards.Occasional
exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements.May be exposed to
unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness).Subject to
varying and unpredictable situations.May be required to handle
emergency or crisis situations.Occasionally subjected to irregular
hours.Exposed to chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol and gel that
are used in diagnostic testing procedures.Exposed to chemicals for
cleaning/disinfecting of equipment using hospital approved
agents.Protective Equipment:Eye shield/gogglesGownLab
CoatMaskNon-sterile medical glovesSterile medical glovesPHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS:Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients
(can exceed 350 lbs on rare occasions)Periodic heavy physical
effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs).Prolonged, extensive or
considerable standing/walking/sitting required.Pushes/pulls or
moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs)Manual
dexterity, mobility and fine motor skills required.Intermittent
exertion when performing studies.Considerable reaching, stooping,
bending, kneeling and crouching required in performing job
duties.VISION REQUIREMENTS:Be able to adjust vision for varying
degrees of room light.Bring objects into focus and see clearly at
20 inches or less.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR
CERTIFICATIONS -State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri,
Oklahoma, Wisconsin
Keywords: SSM Health, Saint Peters , Neurodiagnostic Tech 2, Other , Saint Louis, Missouri
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