Senior EMG Technician

Position Summary

Under general supervision of a Neuromuscular Neurologist physician, and following established policies and procedures, provides assistance to patients in the EMG Lab and performs nerve conduction studies as requested by physicians. The Senior Electromyography Technician provides technical, ancillary, administrative, and leadership support to the Chief EMG Technician and the Neurology department through demonstrated clinical and academic competency.

Position: Senior EMG Technician

Department: BU Neurology

Schedule: Full Time

• 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.

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