PD EEG Technologist - Neuro Diagnostics - Days - 4071 University of California Irvine Medical Center -
Orange, CA
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Job Description & Salary Range
This position may alternately be filled by an applicant who possess a current R. EEG. T. certification and / or R. EP. T. from ABRET. In this case, the applicant will be classified as a PD Sr. EEG Tech ($31.45).
Position Number: 10005018
Reports to: Ambulatory Practice Manager
Working Title: PD EEG Technologist
Cost Center: Neuro Diagnostics (7130)
Bargaining Unit: EX
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Code: 9074
Date Created: 10/10/2012
Shift: Day Shift
Hours: 10.00
Position Summary:
Incumbent provides expertise required for electroencephalograph testing, telemetry testing, evoked potential testing, brainmap testing and surgical monitoring. Incumbent also provides long term video EEG monitoring, spinal cord monitoring and Corticography. Assists in a variety of duties, including scheduling patients, ordering supplies and completing test result data. Able to monitor IOM cases or willing to learn interopertive monitoring, which may include functional coritcal mapping, WADA monitoring, ABR, facial nerve, ENG, SSEP, and all other modalities included in adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Range:
Rate Minimum $28.68 Midpoint $28.68 Maximum $28.68
Responsibilities:
Accurately and appropriately performs quality control on equipment ensuring all appropriate records are kept as required
Accurately evaluates and documents the patient/family response to care
Accurately follows department procedures, ensuring equipment is in working condition, and turns off equipment as appropriate.
Accurately interprets data regarding patient status in consideration of patient age
Accurately performs computer data entry to record test results and patient information
Accurately records procedures to ensure correct billing
Administers patient treatments or procedures in a safe, effective and age appropriate manner, and in compliance with all policies and regulations
Appropriately assesses, controls, orders, and maintains supply inventory according to physician preferences, patient population, and associated patient charges, ensuring accurate record keeping
Assesses and documents the patient's physical and psychosocial condition initially and on an ongoing basis
Collaborates with all members of the health care team to document, assess, intervene, advocate and evaluate patients
Conducts and documents patient and family assessments as appropriate
Conducts effective patient/family teaching and documents to meet unit standards
Consistently performs quality control checks on all equipment as appropriate
Coordinates patient requirements during diagnostic procedures and/or transportation to ensure patient safety
Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgment and decision making
Demonstrates clinical expertise on councils, teams and committees
Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and high-level disinfection processes
Demonstrates safe use and care of instruments and equipment.
Develops and implements accurate teaching plans to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Documents patient observations/care appropriately in the computer, on the flow sheets, or wherever appropriate.
Effectively assists as directed with special procedures and/or minor surgeries
Effectively correlates patient test results with the overall plan of care
Effectively determines patient needs based on age-specific criteria
Effectively operates specialized equipment
Effectively performs specialized tests and/or procedures, such as EEG, EVP, WADA, LTM, VEP, ABR, SSEP, ERG
Effectively transports patients throughout the hospital as needed
Effectively utilizes the computer to transcribe orders or request printouts
Identifies patient care needs as evidenced by appropriate nursing diagnosis
Intervenes appropriately in situations where basic life support systems are threatened
Maintains appropriate aseptic and sterile procedures
Maintains appropriate documentation and record keeping of supplies and equipment
Makes appropriate referrals to resolve patient issues effectively
Performs routine equipment quality checks and troubleshoots equipment to determine problems and solutions
Positions patients as necessary to ensure accurate testing in consideration of patient age
Possesses complete knowledge of physiological monitoring of patients intra-operatively, including ECG, blood pressure, and blood flow
Prepares equipment and supplies for procedures in an organized and timely manner
Prepares instruments, equipment and supplies in an organized and timely manner
Provides educational materials to patients in a timely manner
Provides proper protective equipment to patients
Recognizes critical deviations in patient conditions, taking appropriate action and documenting intervention
Reviews test results with physicians or other care providers in a timely manner
Review patient testing, interpreting and communicating results in a manner consistent with the age of the patient.
Sets parameters in accordance with established protocols or physician orders
Understands the relationship between various pieces of clinical equipment and the associated age related needs
Uses appropriate body mechanics when lifting, positioning and transporting patients and/or equipment
Using sterile techniques, prepares patient monitoring lines and calibrates monitors
Utilizes clinical expertise to assist unit staff in providing patient care and education
Verifies treatment levels or procedures against established guidelines
Required Qualifications:
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the HealthSystem
Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Must demonstrate ability to perform all phases of neurodiagnostic testing
Current BLS certification required by time of hire
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Must be eligible to take the EEG Exam for ABRET credentials (be a student or graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited END program, OR associate's degree plus one year experience in END, OR at least three years experience in END)
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of UCI policies and procedures
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