TMS Technician

Newport Healthcare • Edina, MN

3h

About The Position

The TMS Technician administers psychiatric transcranial magnetic stimulation treatments under the direct supervision of a TMS physician. The technician sets up and operates TMS equipment, supports patient comfort and safety, provides questionnaires to monitor physical or emotional changes, and reports relevant information to the physician. The role also contributes to patient care, documentation, scheduling, clinic organization, infection control, and a therapeutic, respectful patient experience.

Requirements

• Associate degree or two years of academic or behavioral health experience.
• Experience in mental health.
• Aptitude for learning new technologies and modalities in neurotherapeutics.
• Certification to operate the TMS machine; on-the-job certification is provided.
• BLS/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with observation, planning, interventions, and evaluation of patient care in accordance with PrairieCare policies and procedures.
• Learn and independently operate the TMS machine on a daily basis.
• Monitor for potential safety hazards and report issues appropriately to help protect patients and staff.
• Create a therapeutic and healing environment that supports high-quality care and patient experience.
• Communicate kindly and effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including answering questions by phone or computer and explaining the TMS process and expectations.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner and use the EHR for charting, bill entry, and scheduling.
• Maintain confidentiality in matters related to patients and families.
• Keep exam rooms organized, tidy, and clean; monitor supplies, notify the appropriate person when supplies are low, and stock supplies.
• Perform safe infection-control practices, including hand hygiene, standard precautions, and cleaning equipment and the environment.
• Perform other clerical functions and duties as assigned.
• Provide care that is sensitive to gender, cultural differences, developmental age, and patient and family diversity, while preserving autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Continuously assess own expertise, collaborate with the team, seek timely advice, and give and accept feedback to support safe patient care.
• Provide TMS treatments under the direct supervision of the TMS physician.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree