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Minnesota Epilepsy Group, PA® is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Epileptologist to join one of the largest and growing academic private practice in the country. We are affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern, and Children’s Minnesota. We treat and evaluate patients in a 10-bed adult epilepsy monitoring unit and a 12-bed pediatric unit. Fellowship training is required; BE/BC in epilepsy and/or clinical neurophysiology is desired.
Minnesota Epilepsy Group, PA® is a level 4 epilepsy center and provides full-spectrum Epilepsy services with its team of specialists including epilepsy trained physicians, advanced practice providers, neuropsychologists, psychologists, and social work in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. Strong support for genetics and all other pediatric subspecialties is available through Children’s Minnesota. 24/7 EEG monitoring support is present through registered EEG techs.
There is a robust and active surgical program with Magneto-encephalography, intracranial evaluations using Stereotactic EEG (ROSA), and a full range of surgical interventions including resection, laser ablation, VNS, RNS, and DBS. Dedicated specialty epilepsy clinics like Tuberous sclerosis alliance clinic, Duplication 15q syndrome alliance, New-Onset Epilepsy Clinic (NOPE), pediatric to adult transition program, epilepsy genetics, and ketogenic diet programs are also present.
Scope of practice includes long term video EEG monitoring, providing inpatient consultation services, and outpatient clinical care. Research opportunities are available including pharmaceutical trials. Teaching opportunities are present with rotating University of Minnesota residents and Fellows.
Competitive salary and benefits are commensurate with prior training and experience. EO/AA.
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul offers an excellent educational system, cultural diversity, activities for the outdoor enthusiast, and ample dining and entertainment. The vitality and quality of life in Minnesota is surpassed by none.
Minnesota Epilepsy Group, PA®
- Reviews medical record documentation to identify all services provided by physicians
- Report missing or incomplete documentation
- Assign appropriate procedure codes and modifiers to accurately report the physician services provided to patients
- Assign appropriate diagnosis codes to accurately support the need for each physician service
- Accurate claim entry and submission
- Payment posting for physician’s services into EMR software including co-payments, insurance payments and payment payments.
- Process insurance or patient refunds
- AR aging and collection activities
- Resolve billing issues identified by insurance payers and patients
- Investigate and resolve payment denials and process appeals in a timely manner
- Serve as a resource regarding insurance resolutions and coding questions
- Work with the Patient Registration department to ensure proper information is received for claims processing
- Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
- Performs additional duties assigned
- High school degree or equivalent
- Two (2) years of medical billing experience
- Experience with insurance terminology, products, notices and explanation of reasons for payment, adjustment, denial and/or uncovered charges of a medical claim
- Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
- Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
- Strong computer skills as it relates to data entry, utilizing insurance portals/websites, Microsoft Office and electronic medical record software, preferably eClinicalWorks (eCW)
- Detail-orientated, 10-key skills, math ability, accurate PC keyboarding and data entry skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to evaluate processes and make suggestions for improvement
- Postdoctoral fellowship training is required
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
- Perform routine EEG, continuous video EEG for inpatients/outpatients following lab protocols effectively and independently
- Describe and answer patient and family questions about the basic processes of EEG hook-up ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process
- Calibrate, set up, and troubleshoot EEG equipment to guarantee accurate readings and optimal performance
- Monitor and record brain activity during various physiological states and recognize artifacts and interference during EEG recordings and make necessary adjustments to maintain data quality
- Monitor patients in the EMU, ICU, and other units, recognizing both normal and abnormal EEG patterns, as well as clinical correlations
- Conduct specialized procedure such as PET, MEG and ISAT
- Perform charge tech duties
- Communicate, collaborate with epileptologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure the accuracy and relevance of EEG data for diagnostic and treatment purposes
- Adhere to infection control and safety protocols, ensuring the cleanliness and sterility of equipment and the examination environment
- Stay updated on the latest EEG technology and techniques through continuous education and professional development
- Other duties as apparent or assigned including new equipment or procedures consistent with patient and technical care
- Current certification as a Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEG T) through the ABRET
- BLS certification
- Proficiency in EEG equipment operation, electrode placement, and data interpretation
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently
- Proficiency in maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical and legal standards
- Adhere to the requirements of the hospitals' credentialing policies
- This position requires a minimum commitment of two years with the company
- Maintain nursing standards and practices that are required and consistent with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, licensing agencies.
- Work in collaboration with physician to coordinate and manage care for a specific caseload of patients to assure immediate and ongoing care needs are met.
- Provides leadership by serving as a clinical expert, educator, and liaison between the patient population and the medical, nursing, and interdisciplinary staff who care for them.
- Produce and maintain all patient documentation following all regulatory guidelines and protocols. Documentation may including clinic notes and referring physician updates.
- Provide independent, collaborative, and medically delegated nursing functions for persons with epilepsy. Execute standards of nursing practice including assessment, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Maintain current licensure and basic life support certification.
- Provide patient, families, hospital staff and community epilepsy education utilizing appropriate instructional strategies.
- Identify problems, recommend and implement interventions and evaluate outcomes to ensure compliance with standards of clinical practice.
- Initiate and/or participate in relevant research projects for publication, meetings or other professional presentation.
- Establish and maintain patient database for ongoing research.
- Maintain and enhance current nursing and sub-specialty knowledge base and skill through continuing education.
- Develop and maintain positive working relations with all MEG employees and other departments as a responsibility in fulfilling all job functions.
- R.N. degree from an accredited college or university.
- RN license from the State of Minnesota Board of Nursing.
- Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answer all incoming phone calls in a timely and efficient manner.
- Write accurate, legible notes for each patient phone call including patient name, caller name, date, physician, brief description of need and refer to appropriate staff member.
- Schedule and cancel appointments as needed.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Maintain adequate supply of patient forms and packets.
- Develop and maintain positive working relations with all MEG employees and other departments as a responsibility in fulfilling all job functions.
- Welcomes patients and visitors by greeting patients and visitors, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries.
- Maintains patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information.
- Process payments from patients for co-pays and uninsured visits
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient records
- Manage inventory of necessary office supplies and coordinate reordering
- Ensure that the waiting room environment remains quiet, calm, and welcoming
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Previous medical office experience.
- Computer experience, preferably in a Windows environment.
- Ability to operate multi-line phone line.
- Ability to handle a fast paced environment and prioritize tasks based on importance
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Required Skills: | Requirements Graduated from an END Technology program or 3 years on-the-job trained experience as an END tech. ABRET certified technologists or certification eligible END Technologists must have excellent communication skills and have a strong commitment to quality patient care. |
Preferred Skills: | |
Job Description: | The Minnesota Epilepsy Group is a premier Level IV epilepsy program that specializes in the evaluation and treatment services for adults and children with intractable epilepsy. We provide both outpatient and inpatient care through an interdisciplinary patient care team. Currently we have several openings for Neurodiagnostic Technologists staffing two 10 bed adult and pediatric LTM EEG units, inpatient EEG lab, clinic EEG lab, and ICU EEG monitoring. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long term disability insurances; paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; 401(k) plan; flexible benefits plan; and free parking. MN Epilepsy Group PA is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
- Responsible for scheduling surgical procedures, diagnostic procedures, inpatient stays, and outpatient procedures.
- Obtain certifications and pre-authorizations for surgical procedures, diagnostic procedures, inpatient stays, and outpatient procedures.
- Work in collaboration with physicians and staff within and outside of MN Epilepsy Group to coordinate surgery admissions, diagnostic testing, inpatient admissions and care for pediatric and adult patients.
- Participate in weekly surgical conferences.
- Write a variety of letters to insurance on behalf of patients for example letters of appeals, medical necessity, etc.
- Review written chart notes for documentation of changes of patient status, medical treatment plan and response and relay to insurance companies as necessary for updates and extension of stay requests.
- Document and maintain all information gathered for admissions and surgical services.
- Provide patient, families, and caregivers epilepsy education utilizing appropriate instructional strategies as appropriate for admission.
- Identify problems and recommend solutions to ensure compliance with standards of clinical practice and improve internal processes.
- Develop and maintain positive working relations with all MEG employees and other departments as a responsibility in fulfilling all job functions.
- Strong knowledge regarding insurance, preauthorization and appeals process for insurance preferred.
- High level of proficiency relating to medical terminology and strong healthcare background.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English both oral and written formats.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, customer service and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Strong skills in utilizing written, telephonic and online systems to obtain, verify, document and communicate referral and preauthorization information with the clinic and affiliate hospitals.
- Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement as it relates to patient care issues.
- Skilled in selected software programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, insurance specific websites/portals, and any other systems as necessary to function in the role.
- Ability to remain calm and maintain professional behavior in stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain effective working relations with varied levels of individuals. For example, a range could be a patient to referring physician.
- Maintain confidentiality/privacy as described in MEG’s policies and as described by HIPPA.
- Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and lean multiple times per day
- Abide by security rules as defined by MEG’s policies and as described by HIPPA. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.