EEG Tech - St. Charles Hospital

Mercy Health • Oregon, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves skilled professional and technical work performing various neurophysiological tests, including EEG, Visual Evoked Response Study, and 24-hour Ambulatory EEG Study. The role requires direct patient contact with neonate, pediatric, and adult patients. Work is performed under general supervision following established procedures, demanding good judgment and action in specific situations. The EEG Tech will also assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling, pre-certification, corporate compliance, charge capture, and denial management of procedures as needed by the department.

Requirements

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Certified EEG technician, meeting CME requirements or ASET requirements.
• Associate Degree in Allied Health field or trained by a Certified or Registered EEG technician with 6 months –1yr training or work experience as suggested by the ASET.
• College credits in Basic Anatomy/ Physiology and EEG requirements.
• CPR certified.
• EEG technical requirements as stated by the Department Neurologist.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic EEG patterns and the ability to alert Physician as to high risk situations and respond to emergency situations appropriately.
• Knowledge of Visual Evoked Response Testing and 24 Hour Ambulatory EEG Testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, pre-certification, corporate compliance, charge capture, and denial management of procedures. EEG as needed by the department.
• Communicates with NEUROLOGIST with all aspects of testing and references required, as well as medications, if any are required.
• Prepare patients for EEG TEST. Including; obtaining patient history and any contraindications, instructing patient and explain the techniques, applying electrodes, perform EEG testing as needed by department and facility.
• Co-ordinate and prepare EEG for interpretation with NEUROLOGIST.
• Maintain accurate departmental records and files for EEG.
• Participate and assist in the departmental Performance Improvement Plan.
• Attend departmental and QA meetings as required by management.
• Completes month/year end reports and other related reports when necessary.
• Maintain safety and infection control measures.
• Report sentinel events and/or incident to Manager, Risk Management, Security, and/or Radiation Safety Officer in a timely manner.
• Serve as a preceptor to new employees and/or trainees.
• Maintain clinical competencies and credentialing.
• Perform Visual Evoked Response Study as requested by the Physician.
• Prepare completed study for Doctor interpretation.
• Perform 24 hour Ambulatory EEG Study as requested by the Physician.
• Prepare completed study for scanning and Doctor interpretation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees