Neurodiagnostic Assistant

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, WI is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Assistant to monitor epilepsy patients in the EMU, document events, and assist with electrode placement. This 100% FTE day shift role is based at University Hospital and involves working with a dedicated team to ensure patient safety.

The position offers growth opportunities toward becoming an EEG technologist, with benefits including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement

Qualifications

• No minimum education is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor seizure patients in the EMU (Epilepsy Monitoring Unit) via remote video system.
• Recognize, classify and document interictal, ictal, and post-ictal activity.
• Place, remove, and maintain electrodes on video EEG patients and ICU patients.
• Determine when to activate emergency measures to intervene in seizure activity and alert staff.
• Opportunity for growth for those interested in becoming neurodiagnostic (EEG) techs.

Skills

Seizure monitoring

EEG/EMU familiarity

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

Neurodiagnostic Assistant (Finance)

Work Schedule

100% FTE, day shift. Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with rotating holidays and some weekends. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

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Neurodiagnostic Assistant

We are seeking a Neurodiagnostic Assistant to:

• Monitor seizure patients in the EMU (Epilepsy Monitoring Unit) via remote video system.
• Recognize, classify and document interictal, ictal, and post-ictal activity.
• Place, remove, and maintain electrodes on both video EEC patients and continuous EEG ICU patients.
• Determine when to activate emergency measures to intervene in patient seizure activity and alert appropriate personnel.
• Opportunity for growth for those candidates that are interested in becoming neurodiagnostic (EEG) techs.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• No minimum education. Required
• High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year experience or equivalent experience as a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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