Senior EMG Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of a Neuromuscular Neurologist physician and following established policies and procedures provides assistance to patients in the EMG Lab and performs nerve conduction studies as requested by physicians. The Senior Electromyography Technician provides technical ancillary administrative and leadership support to the Chief EMG Technician and the Neurology department through demonstrated clinical and academic competency.

Position: Senior EMG Technician

Department: BU Neurology

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Primary Responsibilities

Patient Care duties:

• Performs common and uncommon NCS in a highly skilled patient-appropriate manner. Recognized normal and abnormal results and recognizes and takes reasonable steps to eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifact.
• Performs NCS in the ICU or other hospital units understanding the special technical requirements of these areas.
• Updates patient demographics in electronic medical chart; obtains accurate patient history and assesses the age specific needs of each patient. Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient safety comfort and modesty at all times. Outlines the nature of the procedures and tests with the patient; answers any concerns or refers the patient to a nurse or physician if necessary.
• Determines the electrodiagnostic studies to perform based on the requisition. Ensures that exams requested match patient condition and/or history and communicates with nurses and physicians regarding any questions or specific clinical aspects of the tests.
• Sets up equipment as necessary and performs techniques. Understands the interface between NCS equipment and other electrophysiological devices and procedures. Knowledgeable of filter settings and EDX equipment settings. Works through physicians requirements to provide appropriate testing and provides additional variations of techniques as requested. Removes discards or cleans Nerve Conduction electrodes in accordance with universal precautions.
• Enters and records all patient charges for studies performed. Completes and forwards charge slips for patient billing.
• Monitors patients conditions and if it is determined assistance may be required the employee takes action to facilitate the best course of care to include: nurse involvement further monitoring and/or other patient focused solutions. Ensures that inpatients are ready to be transported back to the unit promptly and safely when tests are completed.
• Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in the testing rooms. Prepares testing rooms with clean linen and all necessary equipment and supplies. Ensures the proper care and sterilization of reusable electrodes testing rooms and associated areas.

Leadership duties:

• Provides instruction to other EMG Technologists residents and fellows as deemed necessary by and under supervision of an EDX physician.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to other EMG Technicians
• In the absence of the Chief Technician supervises other technicians to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

Administrative/technical duties:

• Ensures sufficient and appropriate inventory of EMG-related supplies. Conducts quality control testing of equipment as necessary. Ensures the proper maintenance and function of the equipment through interaction with both internal and service vendors to maximize equipment up-time patient care and in order minimize dollar impact to the hospital.
  • Troubleshoots software or any related issues to current interface network with IT and EMG EDX Machine Vendors; following protocols making decisions in conjunction with managers should unexpected expenses arise due to such events.
• Assists with the scheduling of EMG procedures or follow-ups. Performs related clerical duties as needed such as filing faxing mailing etc.

Other:

• Participates in continuing education programs and workshops; reviews and keeps abreast of field standards via subject-related publications and articles. May research articles for lecture presentations for the physicians.
• Attends neuromuscular rounds and resident rounds as requested.

General Responsibilities

• Performs patient focused customer service and ensures the department standards are met appropriately and achieved. Communicates patient complaints professionally to the appropriate supervisor. Keeps discussions around patients to a minimum and ensures that patients are not subjected to departmental conversations and/or any inappropriate behavior. Handles telephone calls and requests for services both professionally and appropriately.
• Completes procedures in timely fashion. Completes work by the end of the shift or communicates with coworkers about work that needs completion.
• Adapts to changes in the neuromuscular divisions needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members adjusting assignments etc. Accommodates patients needs through flexibility in staff scheduling and ensuring timeliness of studies.
• Utilizes hospitals behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the department and hospitals mission.
• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed in the neuromuscular division.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED
• 2 Years experience as an EMG Technician

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (If none please enter N/A):

• Vocational or technical training in EMG/nerve conduction equipment operation
• Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role

CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED (If none please enter N/A):

CPR

CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED (If none please enter N/A):

Certification by the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists Board or by another professional accredited association is preferred

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs) (If none please enter N/A):

• Must be able to acquire skills and training to perform proficient and accurate NCV and other neurophysiological testing.
• Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (such as MS Word Outlook) and web browsers patient registration systems and electronic medical record.
• Proficiency with basic mathematical skills required.
• Strong written communication skills required (email summarizing and translating studies entering results into charts).
• Must be physically able to move lift and position patients; move and lift equipment and supplies.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.
• Ability to mentor guide and motivate others through demonstration of best practices and leading by example.
• Excellent organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Ability to effectively speak read and write English.
• Requires excellent communication interpersonal customer service and problem solving skills.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education experience skills and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs internal equity and addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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