Neurophysiology Technologist II

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

12d

About The Position

General Description: Under direct supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of Neurophysiology procedures that aid in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve and brain disorders. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to this position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. The Neurophysiology Technologist II is responsible for performing competently two or more modalities of Neurophysiology studies, including but not limited to EEG, EMU, LTM, ECI, and pruning Studies Responsible for: patient preparation, education, maintaining Neurophysiology department, troubleshooting, and cleaning of equipment. Cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary to record and identify various Neurophysiology data, analyze study activity, making notations to indicate any disorder or artifact in various study settings Ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism Trains and performs as a preceptor for new hires and assists Physicians, Nurse practitioner, Manager, and technologists as needed. Responsible for setting, adjusting and operating equipment during procedure and for a procedure. Function in other areas within the Neurophysiology department as needed including but not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Cares for all age groups, sets-up, prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used maintains patients files. Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
3-5 years experience.
Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist or Board eligible according to ASET Pathways.
Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Ability to provide outstanding patient care.
Some general knowledge of physiology.
Good verbal and written communication skills that allow relaying of information in a clear, concise, and calm manner.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and physicians.
Basic knowledge of computers.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in science or health related field preferred.
Two (2) or more years of experience in the Neurophysiology/Neurodiagnostics/Polysomnography field preferred.
Registered/Certified Neurodiagnostics Technologist strongly preferred within 3 years.

Responsibilities

performing competently two or more modalities of Neurophysiology studies, including but not limited to EEG, EMU, LTM, ECI, and pruning Studies
patient preparation
education
maintaining Neurophysiology department
troubleshooting
cleaning of equipment
record and identify various Neurophysiology data
analyze study activity
making notations to indicate any disorder or artifact in various study settings
Ensures an environment of patient safety, promotes evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibits professionalism
Trains and performs as a preceptor for new hires and assists Physicians, Nurse practitioner, Manager, and technologists as needed
Responsible for setting, adjusting and operating equipment during procedure and for a procedure
Function in other areas within the Neurophysiology department as needed including but not limited to Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
Cares for all age groups, sets-up, prepares patients for Neurophysiology studies, completes post study paperwork used maintains patients files
Adheres to hospital / departmental guidelines and judgment during patient care, attends and participates in educational, departmental, and required meetings
Performs other duties as assigned