Neuro Monitoring Technician- Neurodiagnostics Department

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Nov 13, 2024
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply The Neuro Monitor Technician should have strong organizational, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with our impressive neurodiagnostics team. This position requires flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and overnight shift to include hours 3-11p and/or 11p-7a. Under the direction of the Chief END Technician, the Neurodiagnostic Assistant is a support position in the Neurophysiology department, with duties designed to be flexible to meet the specific needs of the Neurophysiology department. This position requires the candidate to monitor EMU and continuous EEG patients, document patient activities throughout the study, initial EEG studies every 2 hours, maintain camera placement, communicate patient activities to EEG Technicians, Neurology Residents, Neurology Attending physicians and nurses, and identify seizures. This position will also be assigned administrative duties in support of the Neurophysiology Lab. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: BLS (CPR) certification Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: BLS (CPR) Certification Experience REQUIRED: Minimum one year health care experience No work experience if individual is a graduate of an accredited medical assistant program Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft and email, etc. Experience PREFERRED: Experience in academic health care setting Education/training REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: MA, CMA, CCMA preferred Independent action(s) required: Monitor EMU and continuous EEG studies, document patient activities, initial EEG study every 2 hours, communicate patient events to the Neurology staff, identify seizures. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Weekends, weekdays, holidays, evenings, overnight shift, 11 pm - 7 am. Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20 50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem-solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent change EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.