Neurodiagnostic Technician II - Omaha, United States - Children's Hospital & Medical Center

Description

Job Description

FT, Mon-Fri, 10 hour days, with rotating day off, plus on-call rotation; Bonus $5000 (external candidates only)

At Children's, the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team-and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview
Performs multi-modality neurodiagnostic testing on pediatric and adult populations.

Essential Functions

• Performs high quality neurodiagnostic tests on pediatric and adult patients according to department policy and in accordance with standards of practice.
  • Gathers pertinent medical history to aid neurologist in the interpretation of data gathered during the testing.
  • Prepares patient and caregiver for diagnostic exam by providing education/instruction at a level that is easily understood
  • Uses appropriate distraction techniques involving caregivers to aid in the successful completion of tests
  • Performs and records electroencephalography (EEG) and Long-Term Video Electroencephalography (LTVEEG)
  • Assists neurologists in the completion of and recording of electromyography (EMG)
  • Assesses and trouble shoots to minimize the risk of poor or incomplete data collection. Coordinates schedules to assure timely completion of tests
  • Arranges schedules to prioritize patients and testing
  • Flexes workload to meet patient care needs
  • Is available and ready to begin testing at scheduled times; Communicates with caregivers any delays in start of testing Assists with the management of health information
  • Assists neurologists in the timely reporting of test results by proofreading and correcting errors prior to physician review
  • Takes appropriate actions to communicate with physicians and expedite test result reporting
  • Utilizes processes that facilitate charge capture and charge reconciliation of the procedure charges and professional fees.
  • Utilizes processes that accurately record departmental statistical data Other duties include assisting in training and developing train new staff members to the Neurodiagnostic Tech I and Neurodiagnostic Tech II positions and Neurodiagnostic Students.
  • Supervise contracted Neurodiagnostic students from specified schools in the clinical hospital setting
  • Orients Neurodiagnostic Techs and Neurodiagnostic Students to the equipment used at Children's
  • Provides opportunities for directly supervised hands on learning in the clinical setting
  • Responsible for accurate completion and documentation of all procedures performed with new staff and students
• Maintains adequate supply levels by monitoring, ordering and restocking supplies
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
• Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Education Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university in a neurodiagnostic technology program or certification. Candidates may be considered with on-the-job training if they have a current and valid American Board Registration Electroencephalographic Technologists Society (ABRETT) Required and

Skills and Abilities

• Able to communicate effectively
• Requires basic computer skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Must be board-eligible and requires successful completion of the written examination, within 2 years of hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Required and
• EEG-R - Electroencephalographic Technician Registration within 2 years of hire Required

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About Us

Make a meaningful difference improving the lives of children

At Children's, the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team-and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.