EEG/LTM Tech I (Full Time, Evening shift) at Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

Job Summary

Performs Long Term Video-EEG monitoring on patients with scalp or intra-cranially placed electrodes. Responsible for intra-operative monitoring with subdural and depth electrodes; performs special studies such as Functional Brain Mapping (cortical stimulation) and SPECT. Executes job functions following the “Guidelines for EEG and Long Term Neuro-diagnostic Monitoring in Epilepsy” as set down by the American Society of Electro-neuro-diagnostic Technologists.

Minimum Job Requirements

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  1 year of experience as EEG Technician in basic EEG with emphasis in pediatrics, neonates, Intensive Care and Operating Room monitoring.
  
  


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  Special training in the operation of EEG equipment and experience in technical aspects of data recording, storage and retrieval.
  
  


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  CPR: Healthcare Provider
  
  


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  Graduate of an Electro-neuro-diagnostic Technology program accredited by Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent formal training.
  
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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  Checks equipment to ensure patient safety including sterility of subdural electrodes and monitoring cables; reports equipment repair requirements.
  
  


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  Conducts Functional Brain Simulation and Mapping (direct cortical stimulation), SPECT Studies and ECS recordings under supervision.
  
  


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  Responsible and maintains the integrity of the recording system after subdural electrode implantation.
  
  


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  Observes Electrocorticography from the exposed cerebral cortex in the OR during subdural electrode implantation along with the MD to assure proper placement & functioning of these electrodes.
  
  


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  Obtains clinical history from the chart, patient or other knowledgeable persons; explains procedure to the patient and family.
  
  


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  Participates actively in conferences, technical meetings and other educational activities.
  
  


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  Performs data retrieval, reduction operations and Video EEG records prepared in a form suitable for interpretation by the physician including prescreening EEG & behavioral data.
  
  


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  Analyzes complex ictal and interictal features as well as artifacts.
  
  


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  Performs Long Term Video-EEG Monitoring in the unit demonstrating proficiency in the International 10-20 system & supplementary positions; applies surface electrodes with paste or collodion.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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  Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
  
  


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  Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
  
  


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  Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
  
  


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  Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
  
  


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  Ability to problem solve to adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client’s need.
  
  


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  Ability to work well with others and the willingness to learn new procedures.
  
  

(EOE DFW)

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