MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I

Cook County•Chicago, IL

1d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Medical Director of the Neurophysiology Laboratory, performs neurophysiology tests to include electroencephalograms (EEGS), evoked potential (EP) studies, and clinical video recording including video-EEG studies on adults and children. Assists physician performance of seizure induction studies, electromyograms (EMGs), and Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections. Maintains equipment, monitors inventory, and tracks laboratory output.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED certificate, is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Prior experience as a Neurophysiology laboratory technician is required.
Knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and practices associated with performing as a Medical Technologist in a hospital or health care setting
Knowledge of electroencephalography, electromyography, and visual, auditory, and somatosensory evoked potentials, and intraoperative evoked potential monitoring.
Knowledge and understanding to maintain neurophysiology laboratory equipment and address minor repairs as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
Well-developed interpersonal and leadership skills.
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking and conflict management/resolution skills
Computer program skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and electronic medical record.
Skill to solve technical problems.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged
Ability to enhance learning and continue educational development
Ability to maintain inventory, chart lab activities, perform data storage operations.
Ability to meet appropriate confidentiality standards for protected health Information (PHI)
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices incorporating the use of electronic health record (EHR)
The physical ability to do lifting up to 45 pounds, walk and stand for prolonged periods, use hands, legs and fingers. Demonstrates physical, mental, and muscular coordination, see and hear clearly (including with correction), tolerates exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature.

Responsibilities

Performs electroencephalograms (EEGS) and evoked potential (EP) studies on adults and children
Performs clinical video recording including video-EEG studies
Assists physician performance of seizure induction studies, electromyograms (EMGs), and Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections
Maintains laboratory records including monthly activity reports
Monitors laboratory supplies and issues monthly inventory reports
Keeps a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
Understands and follows all infection disease guidelines and protocols
Assists in patient registration, phone management, appointment scheduling, and physician reminders, as required
Assists in laboratory Quality Improvement initiatives
Maintains current laboratory and computer skills