Neurodiagnostic Tech - Uncertified

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare is seeking an EEG/EMG technician to perform EEG, EMG and intraoperative nerve monitoring with precision and care. You will prepare patients, run tests, and document readings for physician review.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and relevant EEG/EMG experience; an associate degree is preferred. Work will be on-site with duties in the OR and lab environments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• 1 year EEG experience preferred and EMG/intraoperative nerve monitoring experience valued.
• EMG/IONM experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and prepares patients for EEG tests.
• Performs EEG procedures and processes studies.
• Provides readings and records readings for physician review.
• Maintains EEG equipment and supplies.
• Performs intraoperative nerve monitoring and supports OR staff.
• Reports results to the physician for interpretation in the OR.
• Assists with nerve conduction and EMG procedures as needed.

Skills

EEG experience

EMG experience

Intraoperative nerve monitoring

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for performing EEG, EMG and intraoperative nerve monitoring.

Principal Accountabilities

Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality Education

Education

• High School diploma required
• Associates degree preferred

Licenses and Certification

• BLS EEG noncertified
• IONM noncertified
• EMG noncertified

Experience and Skills

• Technical Experience: 1 year EEG experience preferred
• EMG experience preferred
• Intraoperative nerve monitoring experience preferred

Physical Activities

• Intermittent hand manipulation required
• Intermittent lifting and carrying of 50 pounds which can be modified

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Instructs and prepares patients for EEG tests.
• Performs EEG procedures and processes studies.
• Provides necessary readings and makes a record of readings for review.
• Maintains EEG equipment and supplies.
• Performs intraoperative nerve monitoring.
• Completes documenting and charging responsibilities, report process.
• Provides operating room monitoring and technical support to other technicians in the setting of intraoperative nerve monitoring.
• Report results to the physician for interpretation in the OR.
• Assists the physician in performing standard and complex Nerve Conduction and EMG procedures.
• Recognizes clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results.
• Follow policies and procedures according to established standards of practice and participate in tutoring, demonstrating and mentoring other team members.

Compensation

Compensation (Commensurate with experience): $22.29 To $34.55

Company Culture

At Southern Illinois Healthcare, we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. Working to put the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is not just a goal, but a priority of Southern Illinois Healthcare. For the health of you and our patients, SIH and SIH Medical Group campuses are tobacco free. SIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We are excited you are here and are proud to offer experiential learning opportunities for students at every stage of career development. As a student at SIH, you will see first‑hand how the work we are doing supports OUR MISSION: to improve the health and well‑being of all the people in the communities we serve. Your future is bright, and we are honored that you chose SIH to be part of your career journey.