Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 36,134 - 60,338; Full time

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is looking for a Neurodiagnostic Technologist in Urbana, IL. This role emphasizes conducting EEGs and other neurodiagnostic tests while ensuring patient safety and comfort. The Technologist will also be responsible for documenting processes and maintaining equipment.

Qualified candidates should have relevant certifications and educational background in neurodiagnostic technology, with a focus on patient communication. Various shift options are available.

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days.
• Experience in lieu of education considered for Neurodiagnostic Tech role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EEGs and neurodiagnostic tests per competence.
• Prepare and instruct patients for examinations.
• Document patient data accurately.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Neurodiagnostic Tech expertise

Patient communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in a Related Field

Certificate of Completion: Neurodiagnostic Tech

Job description

Neurodiagnostic Technologist

Location: US-IL-Urbana

Overview

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist is responsible for applying EEGs, conducting studies, and performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting in line with facility policies and procedures. They carry out tasks appropriate to their level of competence and training under general technical supervision, which may include providing findings, results, and a descriptive analysis.

Multiple Shift Options Available (7:30a - 4:00p, 12:30p - 8:00p, 7:00a - 7:30p)

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects equipment with appropriate solutions.
• Follows infection control policies.
• Completes EEGs/LTMs.
• Documents appropriate data in patient chart and lab files.
• Explains tests, procedures to patients in order to obtain optimal results.
• Performs accurate documentation.
• Performs all types of EEGs to include bedside, electrical cerebral silence and standard lab EEGs.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Provides patient with instructions/explanations as needed.
• Understands and communicates based on age appropriate information.
• Troubleshoots equipment, follows division policy to arrange repair service when indicated.
• Potential to complete all types of neurodiagnostic tests (in accordance with competence/training).
• Potential to notify Neuroscience physician as needed for grossly abnormal EEG tracings (in accordance with competence/training).
• Hook ups Clean ups Cleaning of electrodes Documenting in chart Putting patient history on testing equipment Additional duties as assigned in accordance with competence/training.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).
• Education: Experience In Lieu of Education: Neurodiagnostic Tech; Associate's Degree: Related Field; Certificate of Completion: Neurodiagnostic Tech.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $26.23 per hour - $43.8 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].