"EEG Technologist"

The Electroencephalographic Technologist (EEG Tech), under direction from the Supervisor and according to lab protocols, will participate as an integral member of the Neurodiagnostic Services department by performing routine, specialized and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures to include: EEGs, ambulatory studies, Phase I Video EEG in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), Long Term (LTM), live patient EEG monitoring, and other specialized procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including nursing floors, intensive care units, operating rooms and other specialized locations. The EEG Tech will ensure electrode and technical integrity and quality of all Neurodiagnostic procedures performed. Accurate results provide the physician with valuable information to diagnose and treat neurological conditions/disorders. The EEG Tech may participate in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, in-services, and staff development activities.

• Under direct supervision performs routine, ambulatory EEG, specialized and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures including LTM, 10/10 electrode applications,
• Prepares patient for tests by documenting a comprehensive patient history by gathering appropriate information from patient, patient's record and family members including neurological symptomatology and medications. Educates patient and/or family on procedures and interacts on a level appropriate to patient's age and intellectual capacity. Attends to patient needs and ensures patient safety at all times.
• Prepares patient for electrode placement, marks and measures the head accurately according to the international 10/20 system of electrode placement. Applies the electrodes in a timely manner and ensures technical integrity and quality of results.
• Rounding: Routinely rounds on continuous Neurodiagnostic patients (EMU/LTM) to ensure technical quality and integrity of recordings; re-applies electrodes, recognizes, and corrects electrode and environmental artifact, with supervision/guidance as needed.
• Monitoring: Provides continuous video observation and annotations of adult and pediatric Neurodiagnostic patients; accurately documents and describes clinical and electrographic events, to include time, duration, description, EEG changes and post ictal state, to ensure physician can provide the proper care and diagnosis for the patient. Upon recognition of a change in the EEG or behavior suggestive of a patient event, electrographic or clinical event will trigger the alarm.
• Troubleshooting: Maintains equipment and understands the interface between equipment of other electrophysiological devices and procedures to ensure the accurate technical integrity of the recording. Responsible for troubleshooting Neurodiagnostic equipment and promptly notifying Neurodiagnostic Leadership, Principal or Senior ND Tech and/or Clinical Technology department.
• Data management: Responsible for data management according to department protocol including but not limited to RedCap, EEG database, prunes studies, import/export of data, Apex and billing. shift change and status reports.
• Communication: Exhibits professional behavior in a group setting and effective communication by answering phones, Voalte phone and email. Ability to work closely with physicians and clinical staff throughout all disciplines.
• Quality assurance: Regular quality assessments of technical and clinical skills must be performed and documented annually.
• Participate in Department meetings and Medical Center training sessions.
• Comply with and models UCSF Living PRIDE standards. Maintain compliance with all applicable infection control, health and safety policies and procedures implemented by the Department and/or UCSF Health.
• Performs any other duties related to patient care activities or facility management as required.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by Neurodiagnostic Leadership.
• Obtains a minimum of 12 hours of department-level education and or training in Neurodiagnostics each year covering all modalities performed by the EEG Tech

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $48.19 - $60.10 (Hourly Rate).

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About University of California San Francisco

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