Neurodiagnostic Tech Part Time Day Shift - Geneva, United States - Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Description

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Neurodiagnostic Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

This position supports the Neurodiagnostics Lab at Central DuPage Hospital and Delnor Hospital and is primarily responsible for performing Electroencephalograms, Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring, Continuous EEG's and may perform Evoked Potentials in a variety of settings. The candidate must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written. The Technologist must possess the experience to work independently, the ability to work in a team environment and continuously strive for superior performance.

Responsibilities:

• Must perform a clinically competent routine electroencephalogram and long term epilepsy/continuous electroencephalograms for neonate through geriatric populations
• Must be adept at a variety of application processes, including collodion and paste.
• Must pass internal training and show proficiency in the recognition of normal and abnormal waveforms.
• Scanning, clipping and pruning of LTME/CEEG studies.
• May be expected to perform clinically competent evoked potentials and pass internal training.
• Must be able to work with a variety of age groups and disabilities in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Maintain equipment in clean and organized condition. Report any equipment issue to Lead Technologist/Supervisor.
• Accuracy in charge posting and maintenance of log book.
• Assist Physician with EMG populace.
• Answer phone and schedule patients.

Qualifications

Required:

• R.EEG.T
• Associate's degree from accredited college or University or graduate of END technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education
• R.EP.T or CLTME required within 24 months of hire.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry 25 pounds on an intermittent basis. Able to sit, stand and bend consistently in order to safely administer techniques.
• BLS certificate within 90 days of hire.

Preferred:

• Two years of experience in the END field
• Previous health care experience.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.