EEG Monitor Technician I

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Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Neurodiagnostic-Hosp Work Shift: Night Job Category: Clinical Care The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. Bring your passion for patient care and join our mission today! Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, formerly Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, is a nationally recognized academic medical center. This world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals who serve the community. When you join our EEG Monitor Technician team, you will be part of a team in charge of all patient's requiring neuro monitoring within the facility. Monitor Tech's are required to watch neuro rhythms for abnormalities and alarms. They are also responsible for escalating changes, recognizing dangerous rhythms and notifying the healthcare team. Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 7:00pm-7:30am This will include rotating weekends and holidays. University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for continuous observation of inpatient video and EEG recording for an uninterrupted clean recording and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. This position also maintains logs of activity and changes or behaviors in accordance with facility standards. This position responds to patient events and ensures patient safety. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Provides continuous observation of inpatient video and EEG recording for an uninterrupted clean recording and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. 2. Recognizes and detects changes in the recording of the patient. Competence in deciphering artifacts from cortical activity. Alerts nursing, physicians and/or technologist staff when clinical seizures or other paroxysmal events occur. 3. Responds to patient events timely and accurately while maintaining patient safety according to policy and procedure. Accurately documents patient information in the recording system, patient logs and within the EEG recording. 4. Utilizes knowledge of monitoring system and camera control. Performs troubleshooting of computer hardware, software and network issues within scope of training. Communicates with patient and/or EEG Technician to identify and resolve technical issues during the EEG study. Escalates issues to management as appropriate. 5. Communicates effectively and professionally with multidisciplinary staff and "hands-off" pertinent patient information during shift changes. 6. Effectively manages high patient volumes and ensures all patient issues are resolved in a prompt and professional manner. 7. Completes hospital training to alert supervisor and/or activates hospital systems such as rapid response and cardiac arrest per established protocols when encountering patient clinical issues. 8. May assist Neurodiagnostic Technologists with restocking supplies, electrode removal, regel, and disinfection. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Minimum of one-year direct patient care experience required. . Must possess working knowledge of medical terminology. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including weekend rotation. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work within strict timelines. Ability to work under minimal supervision. Requires good problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to interact professionally with hospital staff, neurologists and other technologists. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Science-based background or area of study is preferred. One-year direct patient care in an epilepsy monitoring unit. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy