Transcranial Magnet Stimulation Technician

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Technician administers physician-prescribed TMS therapy to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician or mental health provider. The technician prepares patients for treatment, operates specialized magnetic stimulation equipment, positions patients and ensures proper coil placement, monitors comfort and safety, documents treatment progress, and follows clinical protocols. The role also includes educating and reassuring patients and maintaining a professional, compassionate, therapeutic environment. The position has a dotted-line relationship to the Director of (Nursing) Patient Care and functions as a Clinical Research Coordinator supporting TMS services and the program, with an increasing focus on direct clinical operations and interdisciplinary communication. Responsibilities also include supporting data analysis, managing patient consents as appropriate, providing oversight to other TMS technicians, and serving as a resource on clinical and operational aspects of TMS services.

Requirements

High school diploma.
1–2 years of experience in a healthcare, patient care, behavioral health, neurology, or clinical support setting.
Current BLS certification.
Understanding of basic neuroanatomy and the physiology of magnetic brain stimulation.
Ability to safely operate specialized medical equipment.
Understanding of clinical safety procedures.
Electronic medical record documentation skills.
Ability to follow detailed treatment protocols and physician orders.
Basic equipment troubleshooting skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work with patients experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other behavioral health conditions.
Ability to provide reassurance and education to patients.
Strong customer service and patient experience focus.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare, neuroscience, psychology, medical assisting, or a related field.
Experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, neurology, or outpatient clinical services.
Previous TMS experience.
Clinical TMS Society (CTMSS) Certification in neuro-navigation.
Technical proficiency credentials or training completion documents for neuro-navigation hardware/software, such as Localite, Localite-guided systems, or StimGuide.

Responsibilities

Administer physician-prescribed TMS treatment.
Position patients accurately and ensure proper coil placement.
Monitor patients during treatment and adjust settings as directed by protocol.
Maintain patient comfort and safety throughout each session.
Conduct pre-treatment screenings and explain procedures.
Answer patient questions and reinforce treatment expectations.
Observe for changes in symptoms or adverse effects and communicate concerns to the supervising provider.
Document treatment sessions, patient responses, adverse events, attendance, and treatment progress in the electronic medical record.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow clinic policies and TMS protocols.
Perform daily equipment setup, calibration, operational checks, troubleshooting, cleaning, and preventive maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines.
Promptly report equipment issues.
Conduct and support data analysis activities.
Obtain and manage patient consents as appropriate.
Provide oversight and supervision of other TMS technicians.
Serve as a resource for clinical and operational expertise related to TMS services.
Perform additional work-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.