What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurodiagnostic Technologist II, Full-Time Nights position at University of Chicago Medicine?
Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Neurodiagnostic Technologist II in the Neurophysiology Department.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500
Under indirect supervision, the Neurodiagnostic Technologist II performs standard procedures in an outpatient setting or as a portable study in the ER, ICU, radiology or inpatient units. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is responsible for the performance of all neurodiagnostic procedures in accordance the technical standards set forth by the American Society of Neurodiagnostic Technologists (ASET), the American Electroencephalography Society (AEEGS). The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II is required to maintain and improve his/her level of clinical and technical knowledge, including the performance of advanced procedures under direct supervision. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist II plays a role in the general flow and operation of the lab.
Essential Job Functions
- Explains procedure, answers pertinent procedure questions, documents medical history and other relevant information
- Documents patient history in electronic medical record according to ACNS and departmental guidelines
- Utilizing paste or collodion and adhesive tape applies electrodes according to the 10/20 System. Adds additional electrodes according to 10/10 Modified Nomenclature System
- Obtains standard or extended recordings in an outpatient area or as a portable study in the ED, ICU, NICU, EMU, radiology or inpatient units
- Recognizes artifacts and takes appropriate steps to eliminate them utilizing intermediate troubleshooting techniques
- Appropriately monitors other variables such as EKG, EMG, EOG, or respirations as technically or clinically indicated
- Uses activation procedures such as hyperventilation, photic stimulation and sleep, when appropriate and demonstrates additional activation procedures when necessary. Additional stimulation to be performed on unresponsive or comatose patients
- Selects electrode combinations and demonstrates skill in creating new montages and equipment settings for electroencephalographic recordings when clinically indicated under indirect supervision
- Determines the correct montages, filter changes, and activation procedures to enhance epileptic form activity or waveform morphology. Performs advanced procedures under direct supervision
- Ability to correctly identify normal and abnormal EEG patterns
- Summarizes the recording for the purpose of informing the physician of abnormalities observed during the test.
- Keeps equipment clean and in good operating condition
- Familiar with diagnostic trouble shooting techniques, notifying supervisor of problems
- Assists with scalp electrode placement and maintenance of scalp electrodes on intracranial grid patients utilizing 10/10 Modified Nomenclature under direct supervision
Qualifications
- Graduated from an END [Electroneurodiagnostic] or ASET on-line EEG 12 module course completion certification
- Must pass ASET competency skills and knowledge required by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) for national board certification
- CPR certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required within 90 days of hire
- Must obtain ABRET R.EEG.T credentials within two (2) years of hire
- Must be proficient with the International 10-20 System
Position Details
- Job Type/FTE: Full Time, 0.90FTE
- Shift: Nights
- Unit/Department: Neurophysiology- Hyde Park
- CBA Code: Non-Union
- No Visa Sponsorship Available
Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
