Boston Medical Center (BMC) · 2 months ago
Senior EMG Technician
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expBoston Medical Center (BMC) is a healthcare institution seeking a Senior EMG Technician to provide assistance in the EMG Lab and perform nerve conduction studies. The role includes patient care, leadership support, and administrative duties within the Neurology department.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Performs common and uncommon NCS in a highly skilled, patient-appropriate manner. Recognized normal and abnormal results and recognizes and takes reasonable steps to eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifact
Performs NCS in the ICU or other hospital units, understanding the special technical requirements of these areas
Updates patient demographics in electronic medical chart; obtains accurate patient history and assesses the age specific needs of each patient. Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient safety, comfort and modesty at all times. Outlines the nature of the procedures and tests with the patient; answers any concerns or refers the patient to a nurse or physician if necessary
Determines the electrodiagnostic studies to perform based on the requisition. Ensures that exams requested match patient condition and/or history and communicates with nurses and physicians regarding any questions or specific clinical aspects of the tests
Sets up equipment as necessary and performs techniques. Understands the interface between NCS equipment and other electrophysiological devices and procedures. Knowledgeable of filter settings and EDX equipment settings. Works through physician’s requirements to provide appropriate testing and provides additional variations of techniques as requested. Removes, discards, or cleans Nerve Conduction electrodes in accordance with universal precautions
Enters and records all patient charges for studies performed. Completes and forwards charge slips for patient billing
Monitors patient‘s conditions and if it is determined assistance may be required, the employee takes action to facilitate the best course of care to include: nurse involvement, further monitoring and/or other patient focused solutions. Ensures that inpatients are ready to be transported back to the unit promptly and safely when tests are completed
Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in the testing rooms. Prepares testing rooms with clean linen and all necessary equipment and supplies. Ensures the proper care and sterilization of reusable electrodes, testing rooms and associated areas
Provides instruction to other EMG Technologists, residents and fellows, as deemed necessary by and under supervision of an EDX physician
Provides mentorship and guidance to other EMG Technicians
In the absence of the Chief Technician, supervises other technicians to ensure safe and efficient patient care
Ensures sufficient and appropriate inventory of EMG-related supplies. Conducts quality control testing of equipment as necessary. Ensures the proper maintenance and function of the equipment through interaction with both internal and service vendors to maximize equipment up-time, patient care, and in order minimize dollar impact to the hospital
Troubleshoots software or any related issues to current interface network with IT and EMG EDX Machine Vendors; following protocols making decisions in conjunction with managers should unexpected expenses arise due to such events
Assists with the scheduling of EMG procedures or follow-ups. Performs related clerical duties as needed, such as filing, faxing, mailing, etc
Participates in continuing education programs and workshops; reviews and keeps abreast of field standards via subject-related publications and articles. May research articles for lecture presentations for the physicians
Attends neuromuscular rounds and resident rounds as requested
Performs patient focused customer service and ensures the department standards are met appropriately and achieved. Communicates patient complaints professionally to the appropriate supervisor. Keeps discussions around patients to a minimum and ensures that patients are not subjected to departmental conversations and/or any inappropriate behavior. Handles telephone calls and requests for services both professionally and appropriately
Completes procedures in timely fashion. Completes work by the end of the shift or communicates with coworkers about work that needs completion
Adapts to changes in the neuromuscular division’s needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, adjusting assignments, etc. Accommodates patient’s needs through flexibility in staff scheduling and ensuring timeliness of studies
Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the department and hospital’s mission
Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures
Performs other duties as needed in the neuromuscular division
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED
2+ Years experience as an EMG Technician
CPR
Must be able to acquire skills and training to perform proficient and accurate NCV and other neurophysiological testing
Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (such as MS Word, Outlook) and web browsers, patient registration systems and electronic medical record
Proficiency with basic mathematical skills required
Strong written communication skills required (email, summarizing and translating studies, entering results into charts)
Must be physically able to move, lift and position patients; move and lift equipment and supplies
Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information
Ability to mentor, guide and motivate others through demonstration of best practices and leading by example
Excellent organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
Ability to effectively speak, read, and write English
Requires excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem solving skills
Preferred
Vocational or technical training in EMG/nerve conduction equipment operation
Prior experience in a supervisory or leadership role
Certification by the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists Board, or by another professional accredited association, is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pharmacy
Discretionary annual bonuses
Merit increases
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) savings matches
Paid time off
Career advancement opportunities
Resources to support employee and family well-being
Company
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$342.49MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)The Boston Foundation
2024-07-09Grant· $0.06M
2023-02-23Debt Financing· $232M
2019-04-23Grant· $89M
Leadership Team
David Beck
Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel
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