EEG Technician

At Houston Methodist, the EEG Technician position is an entry-level to mid-level job that performs routine, ambulatory and long-term monitoring (LTM) electroencephalograms (EEG), and/or visual, brainstem, and somatosensory evoked potential (EP) procedures according to hospital and departmental policy and procedures. Until competent to perform the job duties, this position works under the direct technical supervision of a higher-level EEG Technologist, physician, or other appropriate clinician. Once competence has been demonstrated, this position performs EEG Technician job responsibilities independently with technical aspects falling under indirect technical supervision of appropriate higher level.

Responsibilities

Performs routine, ambulatory and long-term monitoring (LTM) electroencephalograms (EEG) and/or visual, brainstem, and somatosensory evoked potential (EP) procedures according to hospital and departmental policy; Ensures correct electrode application in adherence with the International 10–20 System; Performs patient assessment as related to care; Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms and equipment for upcoming procedures; Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures and enters charges at the time service is delivered; Performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination; Ensures all equipment has had QC performed and is in safe working order prior to use; Reports near misses and errors promptly; Participates in departmental projects and activities

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education; Six months experience in the performance of END procedures in a patient care environment or successful completion of all clinicals required by and through an approved Electroneurodiagnostic END program; BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) certification required; Possesses basic computer knowledge including data entry, document printing, document scanning, and a basic understanding of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; Knowledgeable of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects on the test data; Knowledgeable of correct EEG and/or EP performance and clinically significant events; Understands why and how to maintain correct electrode connections; Able to perform EEG/END procedures under indirect supervision once training program complete; Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language; Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job

Nice to have

Completion of an Accredited Electroneurodiagnostic END program or an Associate's degree or higher in a science related field from an accredited college or university preferred; Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus; Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills