EEG Neurodiagnostic

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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Summary:

Performs neurodiagnostic testing, to include EEG, EP, MEG, TMS, Epilepsy monitoring and Electrocorticography. Assist in nerve conduction testing. Completes all necessary documentation for departmental record, patient procedures, etc. Participates and assists in education and training opportunities.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERS (% OF TIME)

Essential Functions:  The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:

Position Accountabilities

1) Performs standard and complex EEG recordings according to established lab protocol, and guidelines set forth by the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society.  (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 70%

Criteria

A) Performs EEG recordings, including wake and sleep, nasopharyngeal studies, bedside, electrocerebral inactivity (ECI) evaluations and 24 hour ambulatory EEGs.

B) Summarizes the patient’s neurological status and clinical history and completes the documentation needed for physician interpretation, including history sheets, labeling of tracing, etc.

C) Monitors EEG for special studies including WADA (sodium amytal studies), and ictal SPECT studies.  

D) Performs long term epilepsy monitoring to evaluate patients with paroxysmal disturbances of cerebral function, electrocorticography and cortical mapping.

E) ) Maintains equipment(to include helium exchange) and supplies for all studies performed.

F) Completes all necessary documentation for departmental record, patient procedures, etc.

G) Participates and assists in education and training opportunities.

2) Completes patient charge forms to insure accurate and timely billing of the procedure and completes all necessary written documentation to insure smooth operation of the department.  (2, 5, 6) 10%

Criteria

A) Enters charges daily for procedures performed with no more than 1 error per week.

Enters required patient information into daily log books.

B) Enters information into hospital and department computer equipment for other departmental functions (archiving patient data), service requisitions, etc.

3) Supports all functions, goals and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs that involve the Neurophysiology Lab and Epilepsy Unit.  (2, 4, 5, 6) 5%

Criteria

A) Participate in development of new diagnostic testing procedures to be performed in the department. Participates in the evaluation of new equipment for potential purchase.

B) Educates residents and other medical or technical staff in the technical aspects, indications and limitations of Neurophysiology exams.

C) Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, inservices, workshops, reading current publications on Neurophysiology testing/technology and neurological diseases, on line CME through various professional organizations & manufacturers and viewing videotaped education programs.

4) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5%

Criteria

A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.  Disinfects and cleans equipment according to manufacturers guidelines and standards outlined by Infection Control and department policy.

B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.

1. Maintains clutter free environment

2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum

3. Adheres to dress code.

4. Maintains equipment in clean and proper working condition on a daily basis. Troubleshoots & corrects technical problems as needed. Contacts Clinical Engineering or manufacturer’s service department (if under contract) when malfunctions occur.

C) Reports risk management concerns.

D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements:

1. Safety/Fire

2. Blood Borne Pathogen

3. Hazardous Communication

4. TB

5. Department Specific

6. Age Appropriate Care

E) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

5) Service:  Pr