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Supervisor, Neurodiagnostics

Mary Washington Healthcare
Job Posted on: April 20, 2012

 Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Location:Fredericksburg, VT
 
Email: none@given.com

 Job Description
Job Status: Full Time
 
 

If you prefer to be somewhere with a better clinical reputation—and be

 

truly appreciated personally and professionally—bring your talents to

 

Mary Washington Healthcare. Our renowned regional healthcare

 

network includes Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, Virginia 

 

and Stafford Hospital in nearby Stafford, as well as seven additional 

 

facilities for specialty and outpatient care.

 

 

 

 

Job Summary:

Working under the supervision of the Manager, the Neurodiagnostics Supervisor is an advanced standing Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEGT) or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) who functions as a front line member of the Neurodiagnostics management team, and ensures that staff at both MWH and SH perform accurate neurological and sleep assessments and perform proper diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with neurological and sleep disorders.

The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor is expected to have a higher knowledge, skill and ability level than the majority of the clinical staff (R.EEGT, RPSGT, CPSGT, RRT) and to routinely perform at that level. The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor ensures that patient care meets departmental standards for Neurodiagnostics Services (Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, EEG and Sleep Labs.) The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor resolves problems and strives to continuously improve the quality of patient care. The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor will assist the Department Manager in managing the overall operations of the EEG and Sleep Labs at both MWH and SH as well as provide support to the physicians and clinical staff. The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor serves as a professional role model, leader and mentor to members of the healthcare team. The Neurodiagnostics Supervisor must be able to make immediate decisions with minimal supervision. Additionally, the Neurodiagnostics Supervisor supports the mission, vision, values (ICARE), and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and demonstrates a commitment of quality service to our patients and their families, the community, the physicians, and our Associates.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

  • Responsible for the shift-to-shift assignment of work and resources including allocation of staff, equipment, assignments and scheduling.
  • Ensures that neurological and sleep assessments and therapeutic and diagnostic interventions and testing provided by clinical staff meet The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and The American Board of Registration of ElectrŒncephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologist (ABRET) and departmental standards.
  • Oversees scheduling and testing of patients to ensure smooth daily operations and quality services.
  • Demonstrates clinical competency initially/annually as evidenced by completion of initial/annual competency tools for Clinical Associates in Neurodiagnostics (EEG and Sleep Labs.)
  • Facilitates the resolution of technical and staff issues/concerns.
  • Performs periodic performance evaluations of the quality of services provided by employees.
  • Implement new processes which continually improve the delivery of Neurodiagnostics services.
  • Works collaboratively with the Department Team Leaders, Physicians, and clinicians to manage the daily operations of the shift.
  • Assists with the development, implementation, and monitoring of orientation, CBOT, quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, inservicing, and educational training sessions of staff and MediCorp Associates to increase knowledge and develop professional skills.
  • Performs leadership functions in support of departmental and organizational goals.
  • Utilizes measurable outcomes and benchmarks to ensure operational efficiency, service quality/accuracy, reporting timeliness, and cost effective resource utilization.
  • Oversees and manages work schedules for the departments to ensure adequate staffing.
  • Consults with the staff on any process, methodology, or equipment issues and concerns. Assists the staff in resolving such issues in a timely manner.
  • Serves as a role model by continually adhering to ICARE behavioral and professional standards and holding staff accountable to the same expectation/standard; empowers Associates to make decisions relevant to their daily work responsibilities.
  • Evaluates and intervenes when encountering problems and works toward developing a resolution.
  • Coordinates and manages resolution of customer service and quality issues as per department/organization policy and standards.
  • Works collaboratively with the Manager and with EEG and Sleep Lab Medical Directors for Neurodiagnostics, conducts subject research, evaluates, recommends, and implements new programs, services, technologies, and operations tools.
  • Functions as facilitator between physicians and families to assist with complex cases and resolve difficulties and questions associated with testing and care of the patient.
  • Assists with patient education and community service projects.
  • Maintains professional competency and educational growth.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as requested.

Job Requirements


  • Licensed Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEGT) or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) in good standing within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • Associate Degree in Neurodiagnostics, Polysomnography, or Respiratory Therapy. Bachelors degree preferred.
  • Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEGT) credential as provided by American Board of Registration of ElectrŒncephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) credential as provided by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.
  • Certification required: American Heart Associate (AHA) BLS required.
  • Minimum 3 years clinical experience required.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in supervision or in a position that has demonstrated increasing responsibilities in project or team management.

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