At Houston Methodist the EEG Technician position is an entrylevel to midlevel job that performs routine ambulatory and longterm monitoring (LTM) electroencephalograms (EEG) and/or visual brainstem and somatosensory evoked potential (EP) procedures according to hospital and departmental policy and procedures. Until competent to perform the job duties of an EEG Technician this position works under the direct technical supervision of a higherlevel EEG Technologist physician or other appropriate clinician. Once competence has been demonstrated this position performs EEG Technician job responsibilities independently with technical aspects of procedures performed falling under indirect technical supervision of appropriate higher level.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient and staff to convey the purpose of the procedures and answers questions regarding the procedures. Performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode fixation product allergies movement restrictions and cognitive function; knows and recognizes drug and physiological status effects on activity monitored. Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms and equipment for upcoming procedures performs any other related duties that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensures correct electrode application in adherence with the International 1020 System; recognizes correct EEG and/or EP performance and clinically significant events and follows policy and procedures and governmental regulations regarding critical test results; maintains the patients safety through communication to other patient care support staff during these procedures as needed. Maintains correct electrode connections; identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination; follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety with regards to the equipment; recognizes when alternate montages protocols and/or equipment settings might be necessary and their effects on the test data and takes appropriate actions notifying others as needed. Performs EEG studies including bedside studies clinical EP studies and monitoring of epilepsy patients. Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into documentation system to improve processes and identify trends. Ensures all equipment utilized has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities and to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered. Submits all reports billing and other paperwork within a timely manner. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies and reports low supply inventories. Recommends solutions in achieving departmental objectives. Selfmotivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in departmental projects and activities. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as an EEG Technologist. This job description is not intended to be allinclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED verification of homeschool equivalency partial or full completion of postsecondary education etc.) Completion of an Accredited Electroneurodiagnostic END program or an Associates degree or higher in a science related field from an accredited college or university preferred WORK EXPERIENCE Six months experience in the performance of END procedures in a patient care environment or successful completion of all clinicals required by and through an approved Electroneurodiagnostic END program LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED BLS Basic Life Support (AHA) BLS Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through ongoing evaluations consisting of one or more of the following: skills competency assessments and/or performance reviews Possesses basic computer knowledge to operate the necessary computer systems and software to include data entry document printing document scanning and a basic understanding of Microsoft Windows Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients visitors physicians and coworkers Knowledgeable of alternate montages protocols and alternate equipment settings and their effects on the test data Knowledgeable of correct EEG and/or EP performance and clinically significant events Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections Able to perform EEG/END procedures under indirect supervision once training program complete Sufficient proficiency in speaking reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients physicians family members and coworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes Business professional No Other (department approved) No ONCALL* *Note that employees may be required to be oncall during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* No TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No Company Profile: Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (twoway tie) and one of Americas Best Hospitals. As a fullservice acutecare hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist it has evolved into one of the nations largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodists primary academic affiliates are among the nations leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New YorkPresbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With 948 operating beds 85 operating rooms and more than 8400 employees Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.
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