Neurodiagnostic Technologist I

Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform standard and complex EEG recordings and continuous bedside long-term monitoring across patient floors and ICUs. The role includes training Neurophysiology Technologists and students, and supporting research efforts where applicable.

Requires experience with TREX, Brainmonitor, and Quantum systems; proficiency in Epic workflows; and ability to work with diverse pediatric and adult patient populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or an associate's degree in Neuroscience preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience as a neurodiagnostic technologist with independent monitoring of continuous EEG.
• Experience with Natus TREX, Brainmonitor and Quantum systems.
• Epic super user experience including Worklist, order entry, billing reconciliation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard and complex EEG recordings and continuous bedside long-term monitoring.
• Enter EEG/LTM orders and billing information; address related billing questions.
• Apply electrodes to pediatric and adult patients including complex populations.
• Perform ACYSTE, SAH, TBI, Skin Integrity and Electrocerebral Silence protocols.

Skills

TREX

Brainmonitor

Quantum systems

Epic super user

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Neuroscience

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary Responsible for performing standard, complex and continuously recorded electroencephalographic, and special procedure EEG recordings in the EEG laboratory as well as continuous bedside long-term monitoring on all patient floors and intensive care units. Monitors additional physiological phenomena by means of appropriate techniques. Provides training and may participate in research projects.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Serves as a resource and role model for Neurophysiology Technologists and students, including patiently and properly training others at the Neurophysiology Technologists level as assigned.
• Enters and schedules EEG and LTM orders, enters billing information, researches and reconciles and billing questions as they relate to neurophysiology procedures.
• Applies electrodes to special patient populations such as pediatric and adult autism spectrum, Angelman's, ECMO, Neurosurgery and other complex patient populations in a calm and professional manner.
• Performs ACYSTE, SAH, TBI, Skin Integrity and Electrocebral Inactivity (ECI) protocols and changes headbox in accordance with protocol.
• Toggles between multiple modalities to perform a number of different procedures.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Neuroscience preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience as a neurodiagnostic technologist in independent monitoring of continuous EEG 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to be a Natus super user - including mastery of transitioning and using TREX, Brainmonitor and Quantum systems.
• Ability to be an Epic super user - including competency in Worklist, snapboard, reading worklist optimization, special order entry, billing reconciliation, research billing, and outside hospital billing and reporting.
• Ability to apply collodion, Cover-Roll, dMIR, REG and other modalities as needed.
• Competent and comfortable in applying electrodes to special patient populations such as pediatric and adult autism spectrum, Angelman's, ECMO, Neurosurgery and other complex patient populations.
• Ability to perform ACYSTE, SAH, TBI, Skin Integrity and Electrocerebral Silence protocols.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$26.63 - $38.70/Hourly

Grade

6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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