EEG Technologist I (1.0 FTE, Days)

Evergreen Healthcare•Kirkland, WA

58d•$34 - $55

About The Position

The EEG Technologist I performs EEG Critical Care Monitoring (ICU/cEEG) in accordance with policy and procedures, and accordance to physician guidelines. In addition to EEG Technician primary duties, the EEG Technologist I provides ICU/cEEG services utilizing advanced level knowledge while monitoring brain activity in critically ill patients to detect acute neurological conditions.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
Registered EEG Technologist by The American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologist (ABRET).
One year of previous experience as an EEG Technologist required, preferably in a hospital setting.
Ability to attach electrodes to patients regardless of position/condition.
Ability to transport EEG equipment to various units.
Knowledge of neuroanatomy and physiology, basic electronics and electrical safety, general knowledge of EEG instrumentation, pattern recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence the EEG.
Knowledge of basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment, including electrodes.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills in interactions with patients, patient families, physicians, and other members of the hospital staff
Computer skills
Current Healthcare Provider BLS - American Heart Association by start date

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree
3 years of EEG experience

Responsibilities

Performs electro-encephalographic, Ambulatory EEG and evoked potential testing procedures as ordered by physicians.
Prepares patient for EEG testing by communicating the testing process and placing electrodes. Monitors patient during the test.
Obtains and writes an accurate and concise comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient's record, and family members to include history of seizures, other neurological symptomatology and medications.
Identifies the indication for next level of care for convulsive and nonconvulsive seizures, altered levels of consciousness, coma, sedation titration, vasospasm, intracerebral hemorrhage/pressure (ICP) and encephalopathy.
Classifies the utility of current medications within the critical care setting and their clinical electrophysiologic effects.
Observe and document the patients current electrophysiologic status and evolution.
Distinguish clinical, subclinical seizures, and non-convulsive status epilepticus and provides direct medical team communication.
Explain levels of coma (burst suppression) and correlates with the vital signs and potential effect on EEG tracing.
Initiate therapeutic hypothermia protocols, post cardiac arrest under the supervision of the medical director.
Quantifies seizure type and localize abnormalities supporting physician interpretation.
Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10-20 and 10-10 system. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards.
Calibrates, evaluates and adjusts the EEG equipment to proper technical standards with emphasis on sensitivity, time axis, and mechanical and electrical baselines to obtain top-quality EEG recordings.
Records EEG activity using standard montages. Labels all pertinent machine settings and clinical observations on the EEG tracing.
Recognizes, monitors, documents, and/or eliminates electrode artifacts (patient or environmental), such as high impedance leads, muscle artifact, eye movements, respiration artifact, and electrocardiogram to obtain an adequate test.
Implements alternative methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recording. This may include appropriate control setting changes on the machine, use of extra electrodes, extra montages, and use of activation procedures.
Prepares an EEG worksheet, including a technical description of the EEG, with emphasis on clinical observations to assist the neurologist with the final interpretation.
Ensures accurate and timely billing for procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.