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Job Description

The Senior Manager of Epilepsy Services is critical in leveraging technology to optimize patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation in epilepsy services in the Mount Sinai Health System. It involves a diverse range of responsibilities critical to the success of the epilepsy care and management system-wide. This position requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of healthcare and information technology.

Qualifications

+ Associate's Degree (Minimum Requirement), Bachelor's Preferred

+ 5 years’ experience as a lead tech with 2-3 years of managerial experience overseeing techs and schedules

+ Name: ABRET (Issuing Agency)

Responsibilities

+ Implementation of Natus EEG Systems:

+ Spearheading the implementation Natus EEG System within the epilepsy services and the integration with the IT infrastructure of the Mount Sinai Health System

+ Collaborating with relevant stakeholders (clinical staff, hospital IT teams, and Natus representatives) to ensure smooth deployment and utilization of these systems.

+ Providing training and support to clinical staff on effectively using Natus EEG systems and enhancing patient care and diagnostic capabilities.

+ Continuing education and certification by ABRET of the EEG technologists:

+ Organizing continuing education programs for staff members involved in epilepsy services to ensure that the team stays updated with the latest advancements and best practices in the field.

+ Facilitating certification of the EEG technologists by ABRET (American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists)

+ Maintaining high standards of competency and quality of the EEG services in the system

+ System-Wide Policies and Planning:

+ Developing and implementing system-wide policies and procedures related to EEG monitoring, data collection, and analysis.

+ Ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices to optimize epilepsy service delivery.

+ Keeping Inventory of equipment and end-of-life/warranty dates

+ Recruitment oversight and FTE oversight for adequate operations at MSH and other sites

+ Enrollment and upkeep of certifications for MSH and other sites

+ Pruning and maintaining the Natus database – working on archiving data to keep all recordings less than six months at all sites

+ Monitoring Bi-weekly archiving of studies at all sites

+ Accreditation of Epilepsy Services (ABRET and NAEC):

+ Leading efforts to achieve and maintain accreditation from organizations like the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) and the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC).

+ Overseeing compliance with accreditation requirements and standards.

+ Data Storage and Management:

+ Establishing protocols for analysis of EEG Data by Persyst, protocols of EEG clipping and pruning, secure storage, and retrieval of EEG data.

+ Implementing strategies to ensure data integrity, privacy, and accessibility in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

+ IT Collaboration and Oversight:

+ Collaborating with IT teams to optimize the integration of EEG systems with existing healthcare IT infrastructure.

+ Overseeing scheduled performance testing of the Natus EEG system and IT supporting IT infrastructure.

+ Overseeing regular maintenance and safety checking of the Natus EEG system.

+ Overseeing IT projects related to epilepsy services, such as system hardware and software upgrades, new software integrations, and interoperability.

+ Quarterly performance testing for EEG testing

+ IT Security and HIPAA Compliance:

+ Ensuring IT security measures are in place to protect patient data and comply with HIPAA regulations.

+ Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify and mitigate potential security risks.

+ Personnel and Staffing:

+ Staffing Needs: Work closely with hospital administration to assess the staffing needs for epilepsy services, including neurologists, nurses, EEG technicians, and support staff.

+ Recruitment and Hiring: Collaborate on recruitment strategies, job descriptions, and hiring processes to ensure the right talent is brought on board.

+ Training and Development: Implement training programs and continuous education initiatives to enhance staff skills and keep them updated with the latest developments in epilepsy care.

+ Budget Management:

+ Resource Allocation: Analyze budget requirements for epilepsy services including equipment, and personnel costs.

+ Financial Planning: Work with hospital administration to develop annual budgets and forecasts for epilepsy services, personnel, equipment and support expenses, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.

+ Cost Control: Monitor expenditures and identify areas for cost savings or optimization without compromising patient care standards.

+ Continuous Learning and Development:

+ Stay abreast of advancements in both epilepsy care and healthcare IT.

+ Lead initiatives to optimize workflows and enhance efficiency in epilepsy diagnosis and treatment processes through technology.

+ Solicit feedback from clinicians and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and implement technology-driven solutions.

+ Pursue professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in relevant areas.

About Us

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation Statement

Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $115494 - $173241 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.