Neurodiagnostic Assistant

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Two-week paid parental leave

Tuition benefits eligibility

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, WI is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Assistant to monitor patients in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Candidates will place and maintain electrodes, recognize seizure activity, and execute emergency measures. Applicants must have a high school diploma, preferred experience as a Nursing or Medical Assistant, and obtain CPR/BLS certification. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, flexible scheduling, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience as a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification upon hire required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor seizure patients in the EMU via remote video system.
• Recognize, classify and document interictal, ictal, and post-ictal activity.
• Activate emergency measures during patient seizure activity.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

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

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Join the first hospital in Wisconsin!

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.
• 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required

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.