EEG Technician PRN

Job Description:

The EEG Technician is responsible for performing Electroencephalogram (EEG) procedures under the supervision of a Registered EEG Technician and/or at the direction of a epilepsy care provider. This position provides care to patients in the hospital and EEG clinics using neuro-diagnostic technologies and through coordination of care with other health care professionals.

Posting Specifics

• Shift Details: PRN- Variable days and shifts

• Location: EEG/Sleep Lab - St George Hospital

Essential Job Duties

• Performs technically accurate electroencephalographic (brain wave) testing that is free from electrical disturbances (artifacts) that may cause unreliable studies. Collects and documents data pertinent to the interpretation of test results including all remarkable events. Relays concerns to physicians.

• Provides and facilitates patient and family education by reviewing medical records and interviewing patients to obtain pertinent history and explaining testing procedures. Documents patient response to teaching and instruction and obtains any additional information required. Key partnerships include: patients, families, providers, management and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Performs biologic and physiologic quality controls (Biocals) to ensure delivery of quality patient care.

• Maintains equipment and troubleshoots hardware and software malfunctions to ensure proper performance. Maintains a clean, safe environment in preparation for patient care.

• During the delivery of services, uses supplies and resources efficiently and effectively.

• Completes billing forms for tests in an accurate and timely manner to ensure proper payment and reimbursement.

• Integrates regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements into practice to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Practices within scope of Intermountain and facility policies and procedures and understands legal implications of care delivery.

• Under the direction of the EEG System Manager and/or the EEG System QA Coordinator, teaches and shares knowledge and expertise with trainees, students, new employees, and other hospital staff as well as patients and families in the provision of EEG procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

• Intermediate computer experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and email skills.

• Intermediate skills using diagnostic equipment and hospital systems.

• Ability to work effectively with others in stressful circumstances.

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment, as well as acting independently.

• Must be willing to take call for EEG on-call rotation and respond/arrive within the department's designated timeframe.

• Experience in a healthcare environment through work or education.

• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Six months of EEG clinical experience.

• Experience using neurodiagnostic equipment.

• Current or prospective candidate of an ABRET recognized program.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)

• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing, and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Anticipated job posting close date:

09/28/2024

Location:

St George Regional Hospital

Work City:

St George

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$25.58 - $39.49

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