Chief EEG Technologist

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POSITION SUMMARY : Reporting to the Administrative Director of Neurology plans, develops, directs and control the operation of the Applied Neurophysiology /Laboratory to ensure timely and high quality EEG studies wherever they are needed in the hospital and whenever a technologist is available contribute regulatory and/or accrediting agencies under the direct supervision of the Chief, Epilepsy Division. Position: Chief EEG Technologist Department: EEG Lab Schedule: Full Time ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: Responsible for operational excellence of the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory to ensure the delivery of quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards. Maintains an effective quality assurance program by reviewing the neurophysiology recording performed in the laboratory as observed by the medical director. Maintains departmental productivity measurements and reports status on a monthly basis to immediate supervisor. Responsible for effective human resource measurement with in the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory to achieve and maintain quality services and positive employee relations. Consistently and fairly interprets and enforces Human Resources’ policies. Maintains effective and appropriate staffing by monitoring employee work schedules, overtime and absenteeism as observed by supervisor. Works closely with Human Resources on the selection of qualified employees for employment following all policies, guidelines and applicable laws. Responsible for effective fiscal management of the Applied Neuorphysiology Laboratory to ensure proper utilization of organization financial resources. Consistently develops departmental budget within designated deadlines according to all budgetary policies and procedures. Utilizes all financial resources within established budget, notifying immediate supervisor, in advance, of any and all variances necessary to maintain department services. Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment as appropriate to meet the demands of the department. Responsible for communication within the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory as well as throughout the organization to ensure that information is shared for effective operations. Holds periodic staff meetings as needed or required by all licensing and regulatory authorities as observed by the medical director. Consistently investigates and responds appropriately to all complaints and takes effective corrective action when necessary. Responsible for promoting professional educational development of the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory to ensure appropriate knowledge of advances in the clinical nerophysiology profession this insuring the organization’s ability to provide state-of-the-art services. Attends appropriate professional association meetings on a periodic basis as resources are available. Attends and participates in appropriate training and development workshops as scheduled by the organization Conducts periodic educational in-services as needed or required by all licensing and regulatory authorities with a minimum of two years. Responsible for all of the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory’s medical records to ensure the availability of medical data in accordance with applicable policies and regulatory authorities. Maintains system for storage and retrieval of all medical data generated in the Applied Neurophysiology Laboratory with a minimum of two microfilm shipments per year. Responsible for suitable and accurate preparation of patients prior to testing to ensure high quality studies are obtained. Obtains a thorough patient and medical history, and measures land marks anatomical locations to ensure proper placement of electrodes. Calibrates the recording instrument and documents the recording parameters prior to testing. Cleans and performs minor maintenance on equipment as needed. Operates selected equipment to acquire neurophysiological data for interpretation by departmental physicians. Performs standard electrocephalographic procedures with related physiologic monitoring, at times to include additional electrode placement in an efficient yet variable time frame, as observed by supervisor. Has knowledge of Visual, Brainstem Auditory, and Somatosensory Evoked Potential exams. May perform these exams under direct supervision and obtains reproducible waveforms to be interpreted by a physician interpreting the study in an efficient yet variable time frame, as observed by supervisor. Documents all required and pertinent patient information on all recordings with no more than two non-serious variances in a period of one week. Utilizes hospital's Values as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the division's hospital mission. Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures. OTHER DUTIES: Performs other duties as needed JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Work requires knowledge of Electrocehalographic Technology normally acquired through an Associate’s Degree from an accredited program in EEG technology. Work requires additional specialized training in Evoked Potentials. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED : None EXPERIENCE: Work requires advanced technical skill normally acquired through five years of progressively responsible related experience in an EEG Laboratory. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Work requires analytical abilities necessary to perform and analyze complex testing and supervise, schedule and evaluate technical staff and technical-trainees. Compensation Range: $30.05- $43.75 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 market-competitiveness. In 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.