UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Part-time Neurology Technician.This is a 20 hr/wk position that will work primarily 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; every other Saturday and will include every other Sunday and holiday rotation for on-call.The Neurology Technician will administer and monitor various modalities for neurology evaluation.Responsibilities:
Establish and ensure proper care and usage of equipment and supplies. Regularly examines and perform preventative maintenance of neurology equipment to provide optimal service to the patient.
Perform billing through HIS.
Perform job functions with consideration to thoroughness, accuracy, and neatness; effect on patients and others; technical knowledge and competence.
Perform neurological diagnostic testing efficiently and accurately. Assist the physician in performing neurological testing.
Assist with the performance improvement program with data collection, opportunity identification, and recommendations.
Remain flexible with scheduling, organizing priorities, and accommodating department needs.
Establish and maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with medical staff, co-workers, supervisors, and others.
Exhibit integrity, courtesy, and respect for others.
Administer, monitor, develop policies and procedures, evaluate, and recommend changes for physician prescribed neurology diagnostic procedures including, EEG, EMG, and NCV.
Maintain confidentiality of hospital and department information with no infractions.
Maintain professional, pleasant, and effective communications both internally and externally.
Promote the hospital's image and maintain a positive and helpful attitude toward employees, physicians, visitors, and the community to enhance the hospital's reputation as a healthcare center.
Explain the purpose and proper procedures for performing diagnostic and therapeutic services to the patient.
Adhere to Mission/Vision/Core Values.
Provide treatment and care appropriate to the ages of patients.
Make sound decisions based on factual information and seek guidance and direction as necessary.
Maintain accurate and precise records for all neurology procedures performed.
Present self in a positive manner reflected by personal attire and etiquette.
Requires completion of High school graduate or GED.
Previous experience is preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Licensure as a Registered EEG technologist or experience in Neurology diagnostics is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran