ELECTRO-NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST.
Job Title
ELECTRO-NEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST.
Job Family
Function
CoS
Job Code
30008881
Reports to Job
Neurology Lead
Job Description Summary
The Electro.-neurodiagnostic Technologist assists with routine Electro.-neurodiagnostic monitoring of patients in the neuro.-lab and surgical operating room which includes but not limited to: collecting patient's Electro.-neurodiagnostic data in the neuro.-lab or surgical operating room and providing preliminary interpretation of the Electro.-neurodiagnostic reports in order to to preserve and improve the patient's peri.-surgical neurological function, promote best practices in monitoring to enhance patient care and safety outcomes and ensure compliance with electrical and hazardous material safety protocols.
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities %
10
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities
- Recognize and address technical and physiological challenges in complex environments and contribute to the overall effectiveness of patient care strategies Additionally use knowledge of safety protocols and equipment management supports risk mitigation and enhances procedural efficiency within the healthcare system
- Utilize knowledge of neuroanatomy and anesthesia to interpret data and communicate findings effectively to surgical teams and neurophysiology EEG monitoring seizure semiology and seizure precautions to perform longterm epilepsy monitoring safely and effectively
- Perform and ensure delivering accurate and highquality interpretation of neurophysiologic studies in the neurolab or surgical operating room and communicate that effectively with the treating provider or surgeon onsite
- Promote best practices in monitoring to enhance patient care and safety outcomes
Operational Roles & Responsibilities %
90
Operational Roles & Responsibilities
- Conduct basic and routine neurodiagnostic procedures eg EEG routine and continuous NCS EP
- receive supervision to conduct intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring in the neurosurgical operating room
- Ensure accurate electrode placement and waveform optimization
- Identify and resolves technical and physiological issues in diverse clinical settings
- Calibrate and operate neurodiagnostic equipment
- Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors degree in Neurophysiology (Neuroscience Technology).
Certification/competency in five (3) or more neurodiagnostic modalities for both adult and pediatric patients
Professional Certifications Required
SCFHS certification as applicable
Years of Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in routine electroneurodiagnostic testing under the supervision of a qualified physician/neurophysiologist
Languages
Arabic:Basic ; English:Basic
Functional Competencies
- Due Diligence
- Audit Reporting
- Data Collection
Core Competencies
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Cybersecurity
- Person-Centered Care
Acknowledgement
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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