MANAGER OF NEURODIAGNOSTICS Management Hours: M-F 8-5 Days - Full-time Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: OH 2013-77 - 46073A
Job Summary Manages the daily activities of the electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy monitoring (EMU) units. # Job Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge of current trends, research, and development in the assigned areas. Manages the growth of the electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy monitoring (EMU) departments. Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and staffing levels. Trains, coaches and evaluates assigned staff on performance expectations. Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels. Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints. Coordinates patient care with other members of the healthcare team to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Assists with equipment quality control testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and the Neurodiagnostic Society (ASET) requirements, including pursuing and maintaining applicable accreditations. Makes recommendations and assists with equipment selection, purchase, and installation when replacements are required. Serves as liaison between the electroencephalogram (EEG), epilepsy monitoring (EMU) departments and neurologists. Conducts and/or coordinates electroencephalogram (EEG) conference and education including annual competencies. Demonstrates knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to planning, analysis, and evaluation of program, policies, and operational needs. Analyzes problems, identifies alternative solutions and project consequences of proposed actions, and implements recommendations in support of the overall goals. Accepts responsibility for the continuous review, planning, development and the general effectiveness of the epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) program. Assures the professional content of the epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) program is kept current and the goals and outcomes are achieved. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with staff and organizational leadership. Conducts meetings in an effective and efficient manner. # Organizational Responsibilities Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization; behavior supports the organization#s core commitments of Integrity, Service, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence, and Innovation. # Leadership Responsibilities Creates and maintains a work environment that is aligned with the organization#s goals and strategies, demonstrating a unified voice and consistent message from leadership; actively supports all organizational policies and procedures in communications and interactions with staff and peers. Communicates and implements change in a positive and effective manner. # Education Associate#s degree or higher in Science or related field required. A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree. # Licensure/Certification/Registration Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist with the American Board of Registration of Electrencephalographic Technologist (ABRET) required. Certified as a Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position. # Work Experience A minimum of 4 years# relevant experience required. # Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment. Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. # FLSA Classification Exempt # Disclaimer This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all areas. # Additional Position Related Details Populations Served Training is provided relevant to the population served, based on scope of care of the service assignment. Physical Requirements Activity and Frequency: Bending/Stooping - Frequently Climbing - Occasionally Keyboard Data Entry - Frequently Kneeling - Rarely Lifting/Moving Patients - Frequently Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient) - 0-25 lbs - Occasionally Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient) - 25-75 lbs - Occasionally Lifting/Carrying (Non-Patient) - over 75 lbs - Never Pushing/Pulling - 0-25 lbs - Occasionally Pushing/Pulling - 25-75 lbs - Occasionally Pushing/Pulling - over 75 lbs - Occasionally Reaching - Occasionally Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements - Never Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements - Frequently Running - Rarely Sitting - Frequently Squatting - Occasionally Standing - Frequently Walking - Frequently Audible Speech - Constantly Hearing Acuity - Constantly Smelling Acuity - Never Taste Discrimination - Never Vision: Depth Perception - Constantly Vision: Distinguish Color - Constantly Vision: Seeing - Far - Constantly Vision: Seeing - Near - Constantly Exposures Owensboro Health is committed to providing a safe working environment including training and access to person protective equipment necessary to this position. While performing duties of this position, occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.