Ambulatory EEG Technologist PRN Chicago, IL

Neuro Pathway; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle expense reimbursement

Job summary

A neurodiagnostic provider in Chicago is seeking an Ambulatory EEG Technologist to conduct home EEG studies. The role requires travel to patients' homes, ensuring reliable data collection for epilepsy management. Successful candidates will have a valid driver's license, strong communication skills, and familiarity with EEG software. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on improving patient quality of life. Compensation includes vehicle expense reimbursement and an emphasis on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license, automobile, and proof of insurance.
• Experience in neurodiagnostic settings preferred.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Registration through ABRET preferred; CPR certification required.
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with multiple EEG setup systems (XL Tek, Nihon Kohden) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to patient homes to set up EEG studies.
• Ensure quality data collection essential for patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Conducting EEG hookups at patients residence.
• Taking an accurate and detailed patient history.
• Clipping and scanning EEG studies.
• Cleaning and sterilizing EEG equipment.
• Remotely monitoring patients to verify quality of EEG.
• Troubleshooting equipment or patient issues as necessary.
• Participating in on-call coverage.

Skills

Communication skills

EEG software familiarity

HIPAA compliance

Ability to travel

EEG equipment operation

Windows Office

EEG software

On-call availability

Education

ABRET registration preferred

CPR certification

Tools

Xltek

Nihon Kohden

Windows Office

Printer/Scanner at home

High-speed internet

Job description

Ambulatory EEG Technologist PRN Chicago, IL

About the job Ambulatory EEG Technologist PRN Chicago, IL

We have a hot new PRN Ambulatory EEG opening in Northern Chicago, IL!

This opportunity is with a thriving and patient-focused neurodiagnotic group. Their mission is laser-focused on the needs of epilepsy patients, and their work adds huge value to patient quality of life at home.

About the job

As one of our Ambulatory EEGTechnologists, youwill:

• Travel to patients' homes to set up 72-hour EEG studies
• Provide an overview of the procedure and answer relevant study questions
• Ensure quality data collection that is vital to your patients' epilepsy management care plan
• Your work makes a big difference in someone's quality of life as they contest with a challenging condition

YourResponsibilities:

• Complies with HIPPA regulations with regard to patient confidentiality.
• Must be able to travel up to 95% and drive to multiple locations, including out of state as necessary.
• Professionally communicates with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Follows the American Society of EEG Technology guidelines while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Operates and manages equipment and takes detailed, accurate patient history on patients.
• Ideally, the candidate has printer/scanner in-home capabilities and access to high-speed internet.
• Familiar with EEG software and operational experience with Windows Office

Hiring Requirements:

• Must possess a valid drivers license, automobile, and proof of insurance. One year of experience in the field is preferred.
• Registration through ABRET is preferred. Must be currently CPR certified.
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to pull, push and carry up to 50lbs.
• Must have strong communication skills, timely responses to requests from management, and efficient, effective outside the box suggestions for improvements.
• Experience with multiple set-up systems ( Xltek, Nihon Kohden, etc Trackit) Preferred but not required.

Technologist responsibilities include:

• Driving to patient homes or physician offices to conduct EEG studies
• Conducting EEG hookups using 10/20 system
• Conducting EEG hookups at patients residence
• Taking an accurate and detailed patient history
• Clipping and scanning EEG studies
• Cleaning and sterilizing EEG equipment
• Remotely monitoring patients to verify quality of EEG
• Troubleshooting equipment or patient issues, as necessary
• Participating in on-call coverage

Compensation

• vehicle expense reimburesement