Neurodiagnostic Assistant - Nights

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; Greendale (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Assistant to support EEG testing during the night shift. The role includes electrode placement, data collection, and collaboration with the Neurology team.

The position requires a high school diploma, ASET Core Curriculum completion within 18 months, and ABRET credential within two years. Training for the first 6 months will be on the day shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of departmental training program and Core Curriculum established by ASET within 18 months of hire.
• No directly related experience.
• Must obtain BLS Certification within 1 month of hire.
• ABRET credentialing for R EEG T within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• EEG Acquisition: apply/remove electrodes per the 10-20 system and ensure proper impedance.
• Diagnostic evaluations and data collection for physician interpretation.
• Lab and equipment maintenance; troubleshoot and report issues promptly.
• Documentation and data management in Epic and Natus systems.
• Training of new staff as part of the team responsibilities.

Skills

EEG setup

Neurodiagnostic testing

Patient safety

Training new staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASET Core Curriculum (training)

BLS certification

Tools

Epic

Natus

Job description

Primary Location Burnet Campus Department Neurology Shift Night (United States of America)

Schedule Full time

Weekly Hours 36

FTE 0.9 Employee Status Regular

*Expected Starting Pay Range $22.18 - $27.73

*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Hours: 6:00pm - 630am (Training for the first 6 months will be on day shift)

• Diagnostic Evaluations - Possesses the ability to independently and accurately hook a patient up to EEG equipment and start the study, ensuring network access.
• Job Knowledge and Skills - Performs neurodiagnostic testing procedures. Maintains currency in field through continued education such as participation in credentialed courses and attending seminars. Understands and practices appropriate emergency-response actions and always ensures patient safety. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment. Can operate independently, utilize resources, and efficiently produce quality work. Training of new staff is within the scope of this position. Other duties as assigned.
• Lab and Equipment Maintenance - Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems, makes repairs or reports issues to leadership promptly. Maintains necessary supplies and equipment. Ensures that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients, and families.
• EEG Acquisition - Measures, marks, and accurately apply, and removes electrodes in a responsible, efficient and caring manner, according to the international 10-20 system. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards. Writes a comprehensive patient history. Explains test procedure to patient and family members. Possess the ability to independently perform routine, ICU and LTME studies on all patient populations including neonates, critical care patients, and patients with behavior difficulties, according to the laboratory's standards.
• Documentation and Data Management - Accurately enter patient information into database. Can navigate Epic and Natus and utilize appropriate data. Capable of documentation in EEG record of events. Neurodiagnostic Assistants assist EEG Technologists in gathering excellent data for physician interpretation. A Neurodiagnostic Assistant is an entry-level position.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of departmental training program and Core Curriculum established by ASET within 18 months of hire.
• No directly related experience
• Must obtain BLS Certification within 1 month of hire and maintain BLS Certification.
• Neurodiagnostic Assistants must successfully obtain the ABRET (American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists) credentialing for Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire into this position and it must be maintained moving forward.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.