EEG END Technologist 1 Job at Oregon Health & Science University
Department Overview:
The END Technologist 1 prepares patients and conducts routine END procedures in the unit; collect data pertinent to the interpretation of test results and assists senior technologists or medical staff with complex recordings under indirect supervision.
The END Technologist 1 is an entry-to-mid-level position in the neurodiagnostic unit or department. The END Technologist 1 performs procedures according to facility policy and procedures. The END Technologist 1 can perform test setup, electrode application, and maintain patient safety during clinically significant events and other related duties. Communication skills are essential for this position. Function/Duties of Position:
EEG EXAMINATIONS
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
MISCELLANEOUS
HRC, DCH, and KPV locations on campus. Possible exposure to human tissue/fluids and direct patient contact.
This position comes with fabulous benefits! Highlights include:
As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
*** New-hires are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus***
The END Technologist 1 prepares patients and conducts routine END procedures in the unit; collect data pertinent to the interpretation of test results and assists senior technologists or medical staff with complex recordings under indirect supervision.
The END Technologist 1 is an entry-to-mid-level position in the neurodiagnostic unit or department. The END Technologist 1 performs procedures according to facility policy and procedures. The END Technologist 1 can perform test setup, electrode application, and maintain patient safety during clinically significant events and other related duties. Communication skills are essential for this position.
PATIENT MONITORING
Tech documents a comprehensive patient history including Neurological symptoms and medications. Measures and accurately applies electrodes in less than 30mins and with appropriate impedance of <5kohms. Tech is able to use multiple electrode application techniques; observes, records, and attempts to eliminate artifact and body movements that can affect recording of cerebral activity, and prepares a technical report. Learns and applies basic EEG waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPAA practices, and contraindications for activation procedures. This tech is occasionally paired with senior techs to learn and perform more complex recordings in the clinical setting.
EEG EXAMINATIONS
This tech performs routine and long-term EEG procedures under indirect supervision and in accordance with the standards and protocols of the department. Implements alternative methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recordings. Observes and records conditions and reactions of patients during exam; notes extraneous conditions which may affect recording; operates equipment; notes body movements for benefit of interpretation by neurologist.
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Maintains clean testing equipment, maintains proper sanitization of supplies and surrounding area, and reports equipment malfunctions in writing to our engineer.
MISCELLANEOUS
Performs tests for research purposes; prepares reports of recordings for interpretation by physician; edits, types, archives and stores files in accordance to lab policy. Informs lead tech when supplies and equipment need to be reordered. This technologist is able to communicate appropriately and effectively with the patient to convey the purpose of the EEG, and answer questions surrounding the test. Understands why and how to troubleshoot common EEG artifacts and protocols with a conscious effort to maintain safety standards.
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent and 1 year experience working in a neurodiagnostic patient care environment;
- OR student enrolled at least 6 months in ABRET recognized program and 6 months experience working in a patient care environment;
- OR Bachelor’s degree in related field.
- BLS AHA certification
- Entry-level PC or Microsoft Windows knowledge.
- Experience working in a patient care environment.
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Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation.
- One of the following:
- Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic Program;
- OR an Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
- 2 years of Experience in Pediatric and Adult EEG, long-term monitoring, and EMU.
- R.EEG.T/CLTM
ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USAGE
HRC, DCH, and KPV locations on campus. Possible exposure to human tissue/fluids and direct patient contact.
Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to sit for up to 8 continuous hours a day. Some standing, bending or leaning forward may be needed.
This position comes with fabulous benefits! Highlights include:
- Vacation - up to 208 hours per year pending length of service for full-time employees
- Sick Leave - 64 hours per year for full-time employees
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
- $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- Retirement: Choose between pension plan or employee matching voluntary savings plan
- Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- OHSU is a non-profit organization, so we qualify for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Discounts
As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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