Neurodiagnostic Assistant

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnostic Evaluations - Possesses the ability to independently and accurately hook a patient up to EEG equipment and start the study, ensuring network access.

• Job Knowledge and Skills - Performs neurodiagnostic testing procedures. Maintains currency in field through continued education such as participation in credentialed courses and attending seminars. Understands and practices appropriate emergency-response actions and always ensures patient safety. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment. Can operate independently, utilize resources, and efficiently produce quality work. Training of new staff is within the scope of this position.  Other duties as assigned.

• Lab and Equipment Maintenance - Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems, makes repairs or reports issues to leadership promptly. Maintains necessary supplies and equipment. Ensures that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients, and families.

• EEG Acquisition - Measures, marks, and accurately apply, and removes electrodes in a responsible, efficient and caring manner, according to the international 10-20 system. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards. Writes a comprehensive patient history. Explains test procedure to patient and family members. Possessess the ability to independently perform routine, ICU and LTME studies on all patient populations including neonates, critical care patients, and patients with behavior difficulties, according to the laboratory's standards.

• Documentation and Data Management - Accurately enter patient information into database. Can navigate Epic and Natus and utilize appropriate data. Capable of documentation in EEG record of events.

Neurodiagnostic Assistants assist EEG Technologists in gathering excellent data for physician interpretation. A Neurodiagnostic Assistant is an entry-level position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of departmental training program and Core  Curriculum established by ASET within 18 months of hire

• No directly related experience

• Must obtain BLS Certification within 1 month of hire and maintain BLS Certification

• Neurodiagnostic Assistants must successfully obtain the ABRET (American Board of  Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists) credentialing  for Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire into this position  and it must be maintained moving forward

 

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

 

Schedule

Full time

 

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Department

Neurology

 

Employee Status

Regular

 

FTE

0.9

 

Weekly Hours

36

 

*Expected Starting Pay Range

*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status

$21.52 - $26.23

 

Market Leading Benefits Including*:  

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here. 

• Competitive retirement plans  

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education  

• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners  

• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions 

• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group  

• Physical and mental health wellness programs  

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions 

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type 

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

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