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EEG Technician (Neurology)Texas Medical Center-Houston, TexasAllied HealthMcGovern Medical School at UTHealthRequisition #: 190001BEPosition Summary:Performs electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings on patients and analyzes the results; archives data; screens patients; monitors EEG system; prints films and maintains equipment; performs pre-authorizations for EEGs outpatient at UTP and inpatient for the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) at MHH.Position Key Accountabilities:
Responsible for performing EEGs in the outpatient setting. Instructs, prepares, and monitors patients through EEG procedures, performs EEG recordings on patients and analyzes the resulting data. Works with the Faculty regarding the results.
Screens patients; obtains and documents pertinent medical history from patients and referring facilities; reviews informed consent form with patients and families.
Responsible for daily EEG system upkeep procedures; performs system checks and reports problems to appropriate personnel; maintains and sets up EEG machine.
Performs acquisition/collection of EEG recordings on patients. Monitors patient position and activity. Ensures high quality data.
Assists with EEG data analysis.
Assists with the specialized recording requirements of research EEGs. Includes maintain IRB documentation.
Participation and coordinator of audits, mock codes, and other QA procedures.
Arrange hospital admissions; obtain authorizations/pre-certifications for procedures.
Keeps work area clean and stocked.
Stays abreast of current trends of technology and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:BLS Certified (CPR)Minimum Education:High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum Experience:One year of job-related experience required.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visithttp://go.uth.edu/careers!University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.UTHealth BenefitsUTHealth offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Office of Benefits Website.https://www.uth.edu/benefits/benefits-summary.htmEqual Employment Opportunity StatementUTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.
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