EMG Technician 2 (H) at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

Job Description:

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Electromyography Technician 2

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Electromyography Technician 2 to work at Soffer Clinical Research Center. The EMG technician 2 will support the EMG clinical operations of the Neuromuscular Division. The candidate will work collaboratively with multiple neurologists' styles, workflows, and preferences. The technician will work closely with the neurologist to perform nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) tests. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology, and an interest in being an integral member of a team.

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  Reviews the daily schedule and plans appropriate NCS to answer consultation inquiries.

  
  


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  Performs room turnover before and after each patient visit.

  
  


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  Assigns patients to a room, delivers gown, and ensures appropriate limb temperature.

  
  


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  Performs NCS and related studies as requested by the attending physician.

  
  


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  Reviews findings with physician and responds to feedback from physician.

  
  


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  Maintains equipment, ensures room cleanliness.

  
  


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  Turns machines on at the beginning of the day and off at the end of the day.

  
  


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  Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs minor repairs.

  
  


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  Places orders for replacement electrodes and EMG needles and other electrodiagnostic room supplies. Maintains inventory of all electrodiagnostic supplies.

  
  


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  Prepare the patient for examination and explain the procedure, and exhibit empathy for and comfort to the patient throughout all test phases.

  
  


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  Calculate, document, and review test results with the physician accurately and efficiently.

  
  


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  Enter information and charges into electronic health records.

  
  


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  Maintain exam rooms, testing equipment, and electrodiagnostic supplies.

  
  


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  Perform miscellaneous departmental and clerical duties as assigned.

  
  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications:

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  High school diploma or equivalent

  
  


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  Certification in relevant specialty or field.

  
  


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  Basic Life Support (BLS) from AHA

  
  


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  Minimum 2 year of relevant experience

  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

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  Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data.

  
  


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  Skill in data entry with minimal errors.

  
  


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  Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

  
  


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  Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

  
  


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  Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

  
  

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:H8 Apply Now