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Job Code: NU3394

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises Positions:

JOB SUMMARY

Performs department diagnostic procedures under the supervision of registered staff. Performs patient diagnostic procedures such as EEG’s and LTM including correctly charging and assigning completed exams. Promotes the availability and provision of neurophysiology services. Complies and supports organization and department policies and procedures. Maintains clinical and professional competency, according to department policies, procedures, and protocols, as appropriate for the age of patient(s) served. Attends yearly Continuing Education on infection control and safety. Maintain knowledge of current practices and techniques. Attends monthly department education sessions. Maintains confidentiality with customer and business related information. Patient Care:Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School or GED required. One year of formal or on the job neurodiagnostics training preferred

Experience: 1 year Neurodiagnostics experience - Preferred Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient(s): Requirements for care that are relative to his/her age specific needs to the diagnostic testing being performed.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Knowledge of Xltek Equipment. Uses technology and best practice methods to achieve clinical outcomes. Strives to grow personally and professionally. Honesty and personal integrity guides actions. Approaches each service opportunity with a positive, flexible attitude.

Competencies

• Quality: Collaborates with other departments or disciplines to achieve desired quality outcomes.
  • Monitors quality of core processes in department.
  Applies the principles of safety and infection control to ensure the safety of all patients.
  

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

• On call responsibilities as directed: No

• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes