TMS Technician

ABHS•Lexington, MA

10h

About The Position

The TMS Technician will be responsible for administering TMS treatments according to protocols provided by Medical Director, supporting and educating patients before, during, and after treatments, collaborating with other treatment professionals, and providing a safe and supportive treatment atmosphere.

Requirements

Enthusiastic self-starter operating with sustained energy and showing great initiative.
Comfort working with a diverse base of support, including members, employers, providers, colleagues, community leaders, volunteers, non-profit organizations, vendors, etc.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to read, write, spell in English legibly and without excessive grammatical or communication errors.
Talk and hear both by person and by telephone; ability to speak clearly and effectively using proper grammar before patients, employees and business partners, among others.
Excellent organizational skills.
Accepts constructive criticism well in an open and non-defensive manner.
Ability to manage conflicting priorities. Ability to maintain a positive work ethic and a congenial attitude in the face of a high-pressure environment.
Ability to function independently and with flexibility.
Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and interruptions.
Occasional lifting of moderately heavy office supplies; ability to lift supplies for community events, trade shows, conferences, and other marketing opportunities applicable to the organization; ability to lift, push or pull up to 50lbs.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
Must have strong computer skills to meet Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record software requirements.
An associate’s degree or certification as a medical assistant.
At least 1 year working in a medical office is preferred.
Experience working or training in the medical field or health care is preferred.
Experience working with patients in a mental health setting is preferred.

Nice To Haves

CCMA is strongly preferred.
Current CPR Certification is highly desirable.
Narcan training highly desirable.
Certified Medical Assistant strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

TMS Mapping
TMS Treatment Sessions
Reviews and reports treatment progress
Maintaining and monitoring function of Horizon Magstim TMS Machine
Maintaining and monitoring TMS supplies
Administering TMS treatments according to physician protocols
Provide accurate positioning of patient to ensure effective treatment
Monitoring of all aspects of treatment sessions to ensure comfort of patient and accuracy of treatment
Educate patient on TMS procedure, possible side effects, and answering patient questions
Fostering a caring, comfortable, and safe treatment experience for the patient
Support patients to complete psychiatric rating scales after sessions
Documentation of session notes
Collaboration with TMS certified physicians on staff
Support in managing medical line questions or concerns regarding TMS
Assists and covers other staff when necessary to maintain high productivity and efficiency in the department.
As the company continues to grow, additional responsibilities that are essential for the department to be successful will be assigned accordingly.