EEG Specialist II - CLTM and ICU

Overview EEG Specialist II - CLTM and ICU The CLTM Technologist will perform a wide variety of electroneurodiagnostic procedures on patients with suspected neurologic injury and disease. The Technologist is responsible for preparation of the patient for long-term testing and the collection of information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results. The Technologist must demonstrate competence defined (*) as, age-appropriate care and service to patients from the age of birth to 21-years, and selected adult patients. Schedule: (Full-Time, Benefits Eligible) Nightshift - 12 hour shifts - days and hours may vary Location: Central Campus 700 Children's Dr Columbus, Ohio 43205 Why Nationwide Children's Hospital? The moment you walk through our doors, you can feel it. When you meet one of our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it, too. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, where Passion Meets Purpose . Here, Everyone Matters . We're 13,000 strong. And it takes every single one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids from around the world we'll never even meet. Kids who are living healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job . It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud Responsibilities Following age-related competencies. •Accurately applying leads according to the International 10:20 System. Adapting recording methods and instrumentation to obtain results based on history, and clinical observation. Recognizing and eliminating artifact and electrical interference in order to obtain high quality tracings. Knowing and understanding EEG, EMG, ECG, respiratory and oximetry patterns, as well as recognition of other physiologic patterns. Having a complete understanding of each instrument and its controls, as well as knowledge of basic electronics and troubleshooting techniques. Displaying each patient's activity in an optimal fashion for clinical interpretation Providing appropriate patient care and detailed observations of clinical manifestations during seizures and other patient-emergency situations. Participating in conferences, technical meetings, and other educational activities. Serving as a training instructor for junior staff, technologist trainees, and other medical personnel, and patient family members. Writing a summary of the patient's neurological status and clinical history from the chart, patient, parent, guardian, or other knowledgeable person(s). Explaining the procedure to the patient and/or any family members present. Answering phones, scheduling procedures, and attending to front office responsibilities during periods of high volume or co-worker illness. Facilitating the transportation of equipment and patients as necessary to complete the daily work schedule. Maintaining department records and preparing tracings for storage. Contributing to the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program in the institution and department. Maintain CQI records for the lab. Maintaining supplies at a reasonable level and ordering supplies. Processing patient charge information. Maintaining equipment in a calibrated and clean fashion. Distributing a Patient Satisfaction Survey to the patient or parent/guardian. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Education: Bachelors Degree in Health Sciences or related field perfered Technologist registered by the American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists Certification in Long-term Monitoring (CLTM) Current CPR certificate Proficient in computer operations/technology EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

Created: 2024-11-02