Neurophysiology Technologist I - Neurophysiology

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Tuition reimbursement

Be Well program

Total Rewards program

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center seeks a Neurophysiology Technician to prepare patients for and perform routine END procedures. You will collect data for interpretation and assist senior staff with complex recordings.

Ideal candidates have an END program background or related experience, BLS, and strong interpersonal skills to work with patients and medical teams in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Neurophysiology Technician Program or at least 6 months job related experience.
• BLS certification required or must obtain within 1 month from date of hire.
• Competency in multiple electrode application techniques required.
• Positive interpersonal skills with patients, families, lab staff, physicians, and other hospital staff.
• Working knowledge of neuro-anatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, END instrumentation, pattern recognition, and related medical conditions.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Enrollment in/Graduation from a CAAHEP END program or higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for and perform routine Neurophysiology Laboratory (END) procedures.
• Collect data pertinent to interpretation of test results.
• Assist Senior Neurophysiology Technologists or medical staff with complex recordings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

END instrumentation

Electrode application

Basic computer skills

Education

Neurophysiology Technician Program/6 months experience

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.00
Shift:Varied
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours:Varied

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for preparing patients for and performing routine Neurophysiology Laboratory (END) procedures. Collect data pertinent to the interpretation of test results. Assists Senior Neurophysiology Technologists or medical staff with complex recordings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of a Neurophysiology Technician Program or at least 6 months job related experience.
• BLS certification required or must obtain within 1 month from date of hire.
• Competency in multiple electrode application techniques required.
• Positive interpersonal skills with patients, families, lab staff, physicians, and other members of the hospital staff required.
• A working knowledge of neuro-anatomy, physiology, basic electronics, electrical safety, END instrumentation, pattern recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence END procedures required.
• Basic computer skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Enrollment in or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END Program), or an Associate¿s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Successful completion of Part I of ABRET exam preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.