Supervisor Biomagnetic Imaging Technologist

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Supervisor for the Biomagnetic Imaging Technologist role. This position involves overseeing clinical and research studies, supervising staff, and ensuring patient safety during complex neurodiagnostic procedures. The incumbent will also be responsible for administrative duties, training junior staff, and liaising with medical personnel regarding patient care. This is a full-time position located in San Francisco, CA, offering a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• At least four years of experience as an EEG Technologist.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively in a complex environment.
• Solid knowledge of medical center policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate clinical and research studies at the UCSF Biomagnetic Imaging Lab.
• Perform complex procedures in magnetoencephalography exams.
• Ensure patient safety during exams and monitor all sensors.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Graduate from a 2-year Neurodiagnostic technology training program

Graduate from an accredited training program in Electroneurodiagnostics

Tools

EEG

MEG

TMS

Linux/UNIX

Matlab

Job description

Supervisor Biomagnetic Imaging Technologist

Radiology

Full Time

84937BR

Job Summary

The Biomagnetic Imaging Technologist Supervisor, under the direction of the Biomagnetic Imaging Laboratory (BIL) Director and the BIL Manager, will direct subordinate Biomagnetic Imaging Technologists and related ancillary medical and clerical support personnel. The incumbent will perform duties related to the supervision and coordination of clinical and research studies performed at the UCSF Biomagnetic Imaging Lab (BIL).

Supervising Biomagnetic Imaging Technologists are assigned administrative responsibility for employee selection, corrective action, performance evaluation, budget preparation, cost utilization, revenue analysis, capital equipment needs justification and procurement, and training organization.

Incumbents answer difficult questions on procedures and techniques and assist physicians in the performance of difficult or unusual procedures for clinical or research purposes. Incumbents may also develop new procedures and techniques, supervise the demonstration of the mechanical operation of examination apparatus to selected medical personnel, and consult with physicians on the interpretation of clinical EEG/MEG procedures.

The incumbent will perform assessments in the study of various conditions affecting the human brain, such as brain tumors, epilepsy, dementias, psychiatric, voice disorders, and hearing impairments (patients and/or research participants).

The incumbent will independently perform the range of complex, specialized procedures in magnetoencephalography exams outlined in the series concept, including spontaneous (resting-state) and event-related (evoked) task assessments. The incumbent will ensure electrode and equipment integrity.

They will be assigned continuing responsibility for the instruction and evaluation of junior lab personnel.

Incumbent may also perform other studies, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and psychophysical testing under the supervision and direction of trained, licensed senior lab personnel.

Incumbent will typically take medical histories as they relate to neurological diagnosis; prepare and position participants (primarily patients) for the conduct of spontaneous and evoked magnetoencephalography (MEG), electroencephalographic (EEG), and/or electromyographic examinations; apply suitable electrodes, sensors, and fiducial coils to predetermined, measured positions on participants and check their performance; set up equipment-such as earphones, somatosensory stimulators, movement monitoring devices-for evoked field studies and instruct patients on how to correctly perform various tasks while scanning; calibrate and adjust the apparatus; replace faulty components as necessary; select predetermined sensor combinations and determine sensor combinations to define focal abnormalities during examinations; interpret the graphic output during the test recording and modify the test appropriately; observe patients during tests and indicate all artifacts interfering with a true recording (e.g., removable metallic devices, muscle movement, eye blinking, swallowing and poorly applied electrodes); document study procedures and measurements, and designate all abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the test.

This will include taking detailed notes of any events during scans, such as seizures, excessive movement, difficulty with task performance, technical problems, etc.; the incumbent will add any notable events and a study summary to a preliminary technical report during or immediately following the scan.

The incumbent will assist junior staff in training on best practices for applying EEG electrodes for a variety of patient populations, including pediatric patients and those with developmental delays and behavioral challenges.

The Incumbent will oversee patient safety during exams, including seizure safety, and may be asked to liaise with medical staff regarding a patient's seizure triggers, frequency, and semiology. For patients with non-removable medical devices, such as VNS, that could cause artifacts in the scanner; the incumbent will coordinate with medical staff to temporarily stop devices during the exam when appropriate.

Incumbent will monitor all sensors; monitor the behavioral state and performance of patients; maintain patient records; perform exam procedures (such as running software programs on collected data, extracting numbers and figures from these programs) for technical reporting based on the sensor recordings; and perform other related clerical work. For patients with epilepsy and related conditions, the incumbent will independently review spontaneous EEG/MEG exam recordings for epileptogenic events, determine appropriate EEG/MEG viewing montages and filtering settings, run source localization analysis programs to determine cortical locations of abnormal events, recognize benign events, prepare summary reports of initial normal and abnormal findings, and present results in case review meetings.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $98,300 - $210,300 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging is one of the largest departments in the School of Medicine at UCSF. Its mission is research (basic and clinical), teaching, patient care, and public service. The Department has 32 sections and research units, 132 full-time faculty, 45 other academic (research) appointees, 34 fellows, 51 residents, 40 postdocs, and 16 graduate students across six sites: Parnassus, SFGH, VA Medical Center, Mt. Zion, China Basin Landing, and Mission Bay.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from a 2-year Neurodiagnostic technology training program, accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate/Completion of an approved two-year course* in electroencephalography or an equivalent combination of education and experience and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. *An "approved two-year course" is one sanctioned by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association*
• Graduate from an accredited training program in Electroneurodiagnostics or a combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrates subject matter knowledge of relevant neurodiagnostic services. Ability to apply principles to procedures in an acute care setting.
• Solid knowledge of medical center, HR, relevant bargaining unit agreements, and UC policies and processes. Knowledge of relevant external regulations and requirements.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills in training and guiding employees. Motivates and inspires staff to improve neurodiagnostic services.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a complex, challenging environment.
• Solid organizational and customer service skills to supervise assigned staff in an efficient and effective manner.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with assigned staff, patients, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Solid skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify resolutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills to explain technical neurodiagnostic concepts to clinical staff and to patients.
• Advanced user of internal neurodiagnostic information technology applications.
• Attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with subjects, team members, other departments, and outside institutions; and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse subject population.
• Ability to work well under supervision, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines.
• At least four years of experience as an EEG Technologist.
• At least three years of experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Knowledge and understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Experience with computerized medical equipment.
• Previous mentoring/teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Word, Excel, and online communication.
• Possession of good interpersonal, time management, problem-solving, and self-initiation skills.
• Ability to work variable shifts and days.
• Demonstrates ability to be an independent, motivated self-starter

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Linux/UNIX, Matlab, and neuroimaging platforms.
• Prior relevant clinical or basic research experience and experience working with patients or research participants in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Understanding of patient populations to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation.
• Experience working with young children in a clinical or clinical research setting.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPAA regulations, following the UCSF mission statement and purpose for research, and a clear understanding of policies and procedures on patient safety and confidentiality (electronic and hard copy medical records, patient charts, communication, etc.); knowledge of medical terminology, research policies and guidelines, database entry, and querying.
• Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines:
  • Good Clinical Practice Guidelines
  • Health Information and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
  • The Protection of Human Research Subjects
  • CHR regulations for recruitment and consent of research subjects
  • Effective Cash Handling Procedures
  • Environmental Health and Safety Training
  • Fire Safety Training

License/Certification

• Basic Life Support
• CPR
• Registered in a neurodiagnostics modality required.
• Specialized ABRET certification in one or more modalities
• Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEG T.) and/or Registered Evoked Potential Technologist R.EPT.)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

005709 NEURODIAGNOSTIC SVC SUPV 2

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days, Weekends

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm; other weekend and evening shifts as needed