Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist - Neurological Testing Center, Full-time, Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 3,747,000 - 5,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly compensation

Shift differential

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join the Neurological Testing Center on the night shift. This full-time role involves preparing patients, placing electrodes, and performing EEG/EMG monitoring in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position offers hourly compensation with shift differential, benefits eligibility from start, and opportunities to train new technicians, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS certification through AHA.
• Registry in EEG or EMG with ABRET/AAET/ABEM or eligible for registration within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for test and place recording electrodes using established protocols.
• Independently perform procedures and obtain quality signals.
• Recognize inadequate signals and seek troubleshooting assistance.
• Notify coordinator/neurologist of abnormalities or changes.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and stock supplies as needed.
• Record studies with accurate notations and observations.
• Foster teamwork and assist in training new technicians.

Education

R.EEG.T / EEG Registry

R.NCS T / EMG Registry

Board registry eligible

Job description

Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist - Neurological Testing Center, Full-time, Nights

• Full-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $27.92
• Salary Range Maximum: $43.28
• Compensation: USD 27.92 - USD 43.28 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

• CompetitiveHourly Compensation + Shift Differential. The role is graded as a non-exempt position, meaning you are eligible for overtime.
• Benefits Eligible Role: New employees are eligible for benefits to begin on the first of the month following their start date.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions and How They Are Accomplished:

• Complete all required paperwork before study is performed including relevant patient history. Clarify unclear or inappropriate orders. Complete billing information upon completion of procedure.
• Independently prepare patient for test and/or monitoring by accurately placing recording electrodes and using established protocols required for the procedure.
• Recognize technically inadequate signals and obtain troubleshooting assistance if necessary.
• Recognize abnormalities/potential changes and respond appropriately by communicating to a Coordinator, or appropriate neurologist.
• Maintain equipment in clean and organized condition, including stocking supplies as needed.
• Record study and enter appropriate notations and clinical observations.
• Encourage teamwork through interdepartmental communication and constructive problem resolution.
• Provide training for new Neurodiagnostic Technicians and student preceptors.

Patient Care/Age Specific Responsibilities and Qualifications:

• Provide patient with procedure explanation, address questions, and reassure and relax patient (as appropriate), and prepares patients for their procedure. Provide assistance to older adults as necessary through assessment of impairments that affect testing procedures.
• Provides basic personal hygiene assistance to any patients as necessary.
• Primarily requires interaction with patients of adult and geriatric age. Interaction with neonates will be required for technicians performing EEG's.

Additional Functions:

• Provide technical or administrative coverage in other areas of NTC as necessary.
• Participate in departmental in-services, monthly staff meetings, and continuing education.
• Assist in report typing, distribution, filing and other storage duties as assigned.
• Provide consistent feedback and suggestions for improvement to NTC Resource Coordinator and/or Manager.
• Provide written and/or verbal feedback to NTC Resource Coordinator and/or Manager on Neurodiagnostic Technician and/or student preceptor's performance.

Quality Management Responsibilities:

• Participates in organizational and departmental quality improvement activities.
• Communicates customer satisfaction issues to appropriate individuals.
• Provides ideas and suggestions for process improvements within the department.

Required Education/Experience and License/Certification :

• High School diploma or equivalent
• CPR certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Registry in respective discipline (EEG, EMG) corresponding with the clinical area of work for the institution.
  • Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R.EEG.T) through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential technologists (ABRET) for EEG
  • Registered Nerve Conduction Technologist (R. NCS T.) through the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists (AAET) OR Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) through American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM) for EMG
• In lieu of registry, candidate may be considered who are board registry eligible, and complete registration within 12 months of hire date.

Preferred License/Certification and Regulatory Agency :

• In addition to EEG or EMG, registration in one or more of the following disciplines: EEG, EP, CLTM, CNIM
  • Registration through the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential technologists (ABRET) for EP, CLTM, CNIM
• Prior experience in multiple ENDT modalities.

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