EEG Technician, Nights

Hourly Pay Range:

$24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

EEG Technician, Respiratory, EMU Unit

Position Highlights:

• Position: EEG Technician
• Hourly Pay Range: $24.21- $37.29. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
• Location: Northwest Community Hospital – Arlington Heights, IL.
• Full Time: 40 hours/week
• Hours: Nights, Monday-Friday (8pm – 6:30am),  

What you will do:

Reporting to the Manager of Respiratory Care and Neurodiagnostics, performs neurodiagnostics testing including electroencephalograms and multi-modality evoked potentials according to established procedures and standards.  Participates in all quality assurance and improvement measures and processes.  Accurately edits physiological data for test report.

• Performs diagnostic EEG studies.  Reviews, analyzes and documents patient specific data to determine appropriate recording procedures, methodology and special considerations, if any for diagnostic testing.  Communicates with ordering physician if needed to clarify. .
• Accurately documents test results in the electronic medical record.  Edits, prepares data per procedure to formulate quality test results.
• Introduces patient and family to the testing environment, teaches patient about the test, provides for the patient’s comfort and safety during the procedure.
• Prepares patient for testing, performs neurodiagnostic testing timely and according to protocol and procedure. Utilizes a variety of instrumentation and decision making in the setup and testing of individual patients.  Calibrates equipment as appropriate.
• Recognizes EEG patterns and clinical signs and symptoms during the study to determine appropriate recording parameters, and makes adjustments/changes as required.  Informs physician of seizure activity, and responds to patient emergency situations appropriately.
• Performs mobile testing as requested.
• Ensures proper care in use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.  Troubleshoots equipment, as needed.  Collaborates with Neurologists and Neurosciences Department team to determine neurodiagnostic equipment needs and standards.
• Promotes continuous improvement in patient experience, work place safety and practice environment.
• Maintains current knowledge to ensure a safe working environment.   Demonstrates practical application of all infection control standard precautions.  Completes annual continuing education units.
• Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

What you will need:

• Education: High School or Equivalent Required
• Certification: Current BLS certification for healthcare workers.
• Experience: Formal education and training in electro-neurodiagnostic testing with demonstrated working knowledge of EEG, evoked potentials and continuous monitoring. Minimum of 6-months experience performing EEG testing with demonstrated ability to recognize ictal and inter-ictal electrographic patterns required. Board registered through ABRET, preferred.

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Visa Sponsorship Available (Nursing and Lab roles)

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.  

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