Clinical Services

1.0 FTE, 8 hour day shifts

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Under minimal supervision performs advanced Neurodiagnostic procedures in the Neurodiagnostic labs, operating room, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and other specialized locations, monitors multi-modality studies intraoperatively, performs Long-Term Monitoring in Epilepsy with scalp and intracranial electrodes, performs standard EEG and Evoked Potential recordings in the Neurodiagnostic Labs and patient care areas. Weekend schedule rotation (with scheduled days off Mon-Friday).  Rotates evening call.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification.

They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical

environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with

National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Service Standards of the Hospital(s).

• May perform Nerve Conduction Studies including Sensory and Motor conductions, F-Wave measurements, and H-Reflex studies. May assist physicians in the performance of EMG testing

• Performs complex multi-modality Intraoperative Neuromonitoring studies including EEG, EMG, and all Evoked Potentials (SEP, BAER, VER) during neurosurgical, vascular, orthopedic, and otolaryngology surgeries.

• Performs cortical stimulation/ functional mapping studies to determine sensor motor and language cortex.

• Performs cranial nerve stimulation during neurosurgical and otolaryngology cases.

• Performs EEG recordings during Amytal (WADA) testing. Performs Electrocorticography (ECOG) intraoperatively.

• Performs Long Term Monitoring for Epilepsy (LTME) with scalp and intracranial (strip, grid, and depth) electrodes.

• Performs Motor Evoked Potentials (MEP) during complex surgical procedures

• Performs standard EEGs and all Evoked Potential modalities in the laboratory and patient care

• Performs Tran cranial Doppler Studies (TCD) in the Neurodiagnostic Labs, at the patient bedside, in the operating room, and other specialized locations.

• Programs and maintains computerized Event Detection recordings and computers in LTME for identification of suspected epileptic data.

 Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills andabilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

• Education: Graduate of an Electroneurodiagnostic technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation and/or equivalent formal training approved by the Medical Director

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience: Eighteen (18) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

• License/Certification: Either Registration by the American Board of Registration of EEG or EP Technologist (ABRET) in: Electroencephalography (EEG) and/or Evoked Potentials (EP) and/or Neurophysiologic  Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) Or Credential from Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (BRPT) as Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (RPST)

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential

functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.

• Ability to work independently, under stressful conditions

• Knowledge (extensive) of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

• Knowledge and practice of electrical safety relevant to Neurodiagnostic equipment

• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area

• Knowledge of multiple electrode application techniques

• Knowledge of neuroanesthesia agents and their application to intra-operative monitoring

• Skill: END pattern recognition to provide clinical descriptive information to epileptologist or surgeon

• Skill: Good technical aptitude

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. Women and men, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.