EMG Technologist at Brown Medicine

Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

29.9

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electromyography, Nerve Conduction Studies, Patient Care, Technical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Medical History Assessment, Data Tabulation, Aseptic Procedures, Diagnostic Studies, Clinical Research, Teaching Skills, Inventory Management, Calibration, Communication Skills

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of physician and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of electrodianostic tests to record electrical impulses from nerves and muscles through use of needle or surface electrodes and assists the physician in diagnostic processes. Coordinates the operation of the electrodiagnostics laboratory; schedules tests; receives, prepares and interviews patients; calibrates, operates and maintains testing equipment; performs diagnostic studies; tabulates resultant data and prepares summary report for physician; maintains inventory of laboratory and assists in instruction of medical students, house staff and fellows in the Electrodiagnostic Laboratory. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Receives and reviews requests for various electrodiagnostic tests, including routine electromyography, nerve conduction studies, blink reflexes, single fiber electromyography, quantitative electromyography, intraoperative electromyography and evoked potentials. Plans laboratory schedule and priorities for tests according to work load, length of test procedure, urgency and physician 's schedule. Prepares laboratory for procedures, obtains and sets up necessary supplies such as linens, electrodes, gauzes, needles, and drugs. Receives patient and explains procedure to allay fear and anxiety, to elicit cooperation and to ensure relaxation throughout procedure. Obtains demographic information to complete record. Interviews patient to obtain pertinent medical history and formulates a study plan under direct physician supervision. Abstracts additional data from medical records as necessary. According to established procedures, sets up and calibrates test equipment. Prepares patient for specific tests as ordered by physician. Prepares skin with abrasive solution to ensure good conductivity and follow aseptic procedures, applies surface electrodes to patient at predetermined positions. Checks impedance of electrodes. Performs diagnostic studies by operating equipment to record electrical impulse. Makes adjustments to equipment as appropriate to the specific study and to ensure accuracy of test results. Recognizes and eliminates electrical interference from fluorescent lights, stretcher, etc. Obtains and continuously scans recordings, observes and notes clinical phenomena occurring during patient 's test. Reads, tabulates, calculates and records resultant test data for reviewed interpretation by a physician. Measures skin temperature for each test site. Accompanies physician on portable studies and during intraoperative studies. Maintains records of all patients and billing. Assists in teaching of medical students and fellows in the area of EMG and nerve conduction studies. Maintains equipment in clean operating condition according to established procedures to ensure integrity of results. Detects and recognizes instrument malfunction and makes minor repairs and adjustments as necessary, notifying physician of need for major repairs. Prepares and forwards needles for proper sterilization, cleans electrodes using disinfectant solution. Sharpens and electrolyzes needles as necessary, using binocular microscopes and other equipment in laboratory. May investigate and recommend purchase of new equipment and supplies. Maintains test area in a clean and orderly fashion. Orders and maintains supplies as appropriate and according to established inventory guidelines. Participates in related clinical research studies. Maintains and enhances technical expertise by attending and participating in related educational conferences and meetings. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor 's Degree in Biological Sciences or the equivalent. Ability to monitor graphic recordings, to detect minor differences or abnormalities, to observe and note clinical phenomena and to use binocular microscope. Technical ability to set up testing equipment, to identify problems and makes adjustments to clear interference and make minor repairs to ensure integrity of test results. Knowledge of diseases, muscle, nerve anatomy and physiology to effectively conduct studies. Effective interpersonal and communication skills to explain procedures to allay fear and anxiety and elicit cooperation for studies, to discuss studies with physician and to instruct in conducting diagnostic studies. Analytical skills to determine cause of interference and to provide written summaries of studies. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of care process. EXPERIENCE: Six to twelve months experience to become familiar with studies, including completion of courses in elctromyography. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Normal patient care environment with some exposure to communicable diseases, but hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions. Some lifting, pushing and pulling required to move equipment and position patients. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. Pay Range: $18.13-$29.90 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: Mon-Fri, 8am - 430pm Work Shift: Day Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Responsibilities

The EMG Technologist performs a variety of electrodiagnostic tests and assists the physician in diagnostic processes. Responsibilities include scheduling tests, preparing patients, operating equipment, and maintaining laboratory inventory.