Ahmed Farah
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced Registered EEG Technologist with over 15 years of experience in EEG/CLTM Technology, Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Knowledgeable and meticulous healthcare team member with proven history of success in performing EEG tests and supporting physicians in making diagnosis and treatment of patients with neurological concerns. Highly experienced with different modalities of acquisition units. Positive and upbeat communicator with observant nature.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered EEG Technologist
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
2017.07 - Current
- Set-up equipment for ICU/cEEG recordings and application of scalp electrodes utilizing International 10-20 (or 10-10) System of Electrode Placement using collodion or paste adhesives
- Perform Activating procedures (hyperventilation, photic stimulation) as appropriate
- Perform all duties and responsibilities for typical and special consideration for routine and advanced EEG/ECoG (electrocorticography)
- Recognize physiologic and nonphysiologic artifacts and eliminates and/or properly monitor
- Review, evaluate, map, and classify impressions of ictal, interictal and paroxysmal events from EEG/Video data
- Tutor, demonstrate and mentor other team members
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to attending neurologist.
EEG Technologist
Aureus Medical Group - Allied
2017.06 - 2021.10
- Set-up equipment for ICU/cEEG recordings and application of scalp electrodes utilizing International 10-20 (or 10-10) System of Electrode Placement using collodion or paste adhesives
- Perform Activating procedures (hyperventilation, photic stimulation) as appropriate
- Perform all duties and responsibilities for typical and special consideration for routine and advanced EEG/ECoG (electrocorticography)
Registered EEG Technologist/Sleep Technologist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
2009.06 - 2017.07
- Set-up equipment for ICU/cEEG recordings andapplication of scalp electrodes utilizing International 10-20 (or 10-10) Systemof Electrode Placement using collodion or paste adhesives
- Perform Activating procedures (hyperventilation,photic stimulation) as appropriate
- Perform all duties and responsibilities for typicaland special consideration for routine and advanced EEG/ECoG(electrocorticography)
- Recognize physiologic and nonphysiologic artifacts andeliminates and/or properly monitor. Review, evaluate, map, and classifyimpressions of ictal, interictal and paroxysmal events from EEG/Video data
- Tutor, demonstrate and mentor other team members
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to attending neurologist.
Polysomnography Technologist, Reg. Respiratory Therapist
OSU Medical Center
2011.02 - 2016.11
- Collected, analyzed and integrated patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history)
- Determined final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols
- Reviewed the patient's history and verified the medical order
- Followed sleep center protocols related to the sleep study
- Explained the procedure and oriented the patient for either in center or out of center sleep testing
- Selected appropriate equipment and calibrated for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary
- Applied electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards
- Performed routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and titration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare administration
Franklin University
Columbus, OH07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Columbus State Community College
Ohio 2009
Skills
- Hold current certification in Long Term Monitoring (CLTM*)
- Registered Electroencephalography (R.EEG T.*)
- Registered Polysomnography Tech
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Have strong, well-developed communication and critical thinking skills
- CPR
- Well-rounded with interpersonal, technical, clinical, Leadership skills
Certification
- Registered Continuous Long Term Monitoring
- Registered In Respiratory Care
- Registered EEG Technologist
- Registered Polysomnography technologist
- CPR
Timeline
Registered EEG Technologist
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
2017.07 - Current
EEG Technologist
Aureus Medical Group - Allied
2017.06 - 2021.10
Polysomnography Technologist, Reg. Respiratory Therapist
OSU Medical Center
2011.02 - 2016.11
Registered EEG Technologist/Sleep Technologist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
2009.06 - 2017.07
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare administration
Franklin University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Columbus State Community College
- Registered Continuous Long Term Monitoring
- Registered In Respiratory Care
- Registered EEG Technologist
- Registered Polysomnography technologist
- CPR
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