Eeg/Ecg Tech Jobs

EEG/ECG Technician

Job Code: CP3196

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

Performs technical procedures and functions for electro diagnostics. Observes cardiac monitors and identifies, calculates, interprets, and communicates information regarding cardiac rhythms. Applies and discontinues telemetry services as instructed. Enters telemetry charges, edits, and other paperwork as applicable to the department.

Collaboration : Participates in the teaching and counseling of patients and their support system.

• Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers, and transports patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments.
• Possesses the ability to prioritize job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels.

Communication and Documentation : Communicates individualized plan of care and patient's progress toward goals to all members of the care team, including the patient and his/her chosen support system.

• Utilizes appropriate communication tools when communicating within the interdisciplinary team and when handing off patient care.
• Documents appropriate information within a timely manner.

Professional Accountability/Evidence Based Practice : Maintain clinical and professional competencies according to department policies.

• Integrates gained knowledge into practice.
• Engages in self-reflection and develops personal goals to enhance knowledge, obtain professional certification, or pursue academic degree.
• Practices according to the state requirements and standards.

Quality Improvement : Intervenes when standards of care are not met.

• Makes suggestions and helps with implementation of improvement processes.
• Monitors and implements procedures relevant to job safety.

Teamwork : Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members/internal customers.

• Demonstrates a willingness to adjust activities to accommodate the needs of team members/internal customers.
• Accepts responsibility for actions and acts positively upon feedback from others.
• Resolves conflicts independently, as appropriate.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Previous medical experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: R. EEG T. by ABRET preferred.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required : Medical terminology and CPR-basic. Ability to operate electronic and computer-based equipment. Ability to recognize technical inferior EKG and take corrective action as appropriate. Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred : MUSE system. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 17A, Medical Technician/Other Techs

Work Function/Activity : Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

OTHER

• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes