Neurodiagnostic Technologist

ASPBP; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist in Urbana, IL to perform EEGs and related studies under supervision. The role includes patient preparation, data documentation, and equipment troubleshooting to ensure accurate results.

Multiple shifts are available to fit staffing needs. The candidate will have a Neurodiagnostic Tech certificate or an Associate's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience, and BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Certificate or degree in neurodiagnostic tech as listed.
• BLS certification within 30 days is required.
• Able to communicate effectively and work with others.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects equipment following infection control policies.
• Completes EEGs/LTMs with accurate documentation.
• Explains tests to patients to obtain optimal results.
• Notifies physician of grossly abnormal EEG tracings as needed.
• Troubleshoots equipment and arranges repairs when indicated.
• Prepares patients for examinations and documents data in charts.

Skills

EEG

LTM

Documentation

Education

Certificate Neurodiagnostic Tech

Associate's Degree Related Field

Experience In Lieu of Education Neurodiagnostic Tech

Job description

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)

Qualifications

Education Level

Field of Study

Certificate of Completion Neurodiagnostic Tech Or Associate‘s Degree Related Field Or Experience In Lieu of Education Neurodiagnostic Tech

Licenses/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)

Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements Organizational ability necessary. Ability to communicate effectively and work corroboratively with others. Ability to accept and institute changes. Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge and skills essential.

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).

Department Specific Job Function

• 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

About Us

Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we‘re committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. 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].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $26.23per hour - $43.8per 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 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. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.