Neurophysiology Tech I, 20 hours/week, Nights - Milwaukee

Children's Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures. This role is critical in diagnosing neurological disorders through EEG tests and collaborating with physicians for patient care. The ideal candidate holds educational qualifications in neurosciences and has experience in EEG procedures.

We are committed to a diverse workforce and ensuring equitable treatment of all employees.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of EEG experience preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Demonstrates superior knowledge of neurodiagnostic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform various neurodiagnostic procedures for diagnosis of neurological disorders.
• Administer EEG tests and ensure accurate tracings for interpretation.
• Provide support in setting up and monitoring IOM procedures.

Skills

Neurodiagnostic procedures

Communication skills

Flexible working hours

Fine motor skills

Education

Completion of an electroneurodiagnostic program

Associate's Degree in Neurosciences

Bachelor's Degree in Neurosciences

Job description

Overview

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures to evoke, record, and study electrical physiological brain or nerve activities for use in diagnosing neurological disorders. Demonstrates competency and functions independently utilizing appropriate judgment in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Essential Functions

• Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process. Evaluates and identifies patient needs prior to and during testing and initiates appropriate action.
• Administers electroencephalographic (EEG) tests to measure, record and obtain complete and accurate tracings of electrical impulses of the brain for interpretation by physician.
• Performs Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring and all procedures for epilepsy surgical work-up to include electrocorticography, Wada’s, and intrcranial grid/strip monitoring.
• Under guidance, will set up, monitor and disconnect IOM procedures.
• Communicates with physicians/neurodiagnostic lab supervisor/lead regarding testing needs of patient.
• Serves as a resource on neurodiagnostic procedures to the interdisciplinary health care team. Maintains good working relationships with department management, peers and other hospital staff.
• Acts as a team member by identifying personal goals, and supports departmental and hospital goals. Communicates and collaborates towards the successful attainment of these goals by offering input, ideas and solutions utilizing the CW Quality improvement (PDSA) model.
• Attends education offerings and meetings identified for department.

Education

• Completion of an electroneurodiagnostic (END) program (Required)
• Associate's Degree in Neurosciences or related field (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Neurosciences or related field (Required)

Experience

• 1+ years of EEG experience (Preferred)
• 2+ years in lieu of the above, four years of EEG experience or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification is acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated superior knowledge of neurodiagnostic procedures.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, families, physicians and interdisciplinary staff.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet patient and departmental needs.
• Ability to stand, walk or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to push or pull equipment up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to lift equipment/supplies up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to lift and move neonatal through adult patient populations.
• Ability to assemble complex equipment and perform fine motor skills.

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required
• EEG Electroencephalographic (R. EEG T.) - American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists

Patient Care Responsibility

Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.

Required for All Jobs

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, EEG Electroencephalographic (R. EEG T.) - American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists