EEG Technician, PT, Day/Evening

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Conducts routine testing as outlined in department scope of practice, policy and procedures, quality assurance standards, and CBOTs. Routine testing includes, but is not limited to: Adult, pediatric, and neonatal Electroencephalogram (EEG), including extended studies supporting certified stroke center, level 2 trauma and level 3 NICU departments, 24 or 48 hour ambulatory, and Video EEG (EMU).
• Prioritizes/organizes workload to promote quality and expedient testing.
• Interfaces professionally and effectively with physicians, fellow staff, and other disciplines to evaluate and modify testing as needed.
• Coordinates outpatient schedules and patient registration for EEG testing.
• Supports, identifies issues, and manages data transfers in partnership with Information Systems.
• Provides onboarding instruction and orientation for new Associates.
• Provides patient instruction (and education as applicable) and evaluates the patient's response to testing. Responds appropriately in emergency situations.
• Orders and maintains inventory of supplies and materials necessary to perform quality and expedient procedures at both Mary Washington and Stafford Hospital.
• Assists Manager/Supervisor in scheduling of technicians to ensure expected coverage and efficiency including on call coverage for both hospitals.
• Assists in maintaining the proper function of EEG machines throughout both Mary Washington and Stafford Hospital by performing routine checks and reporting issues to Clinical Engineering and/or Information Services.
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment. Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills.
• Participates in quality and performance improvement processes to meet organizational standards.
• Documents patient information pertinent to testing to ensure comprehensive, timely, and accurate recording, accounting, and reporting of clinical findings.
• Participates in on-call testing rotation(s) as established by leadership, Technologists, and physicians.
• Acts as a liaison for MWHC with partner facilities (CNMC, VCU, etc.) to ensure studies are finalized in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent, required.
• American Heart Association CPR certification required at time of hire.
• 3-5 years of directly related experience, required.
• Registered EEG Technician, preferred.
• Graduation from an AMA EEG Program, preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."