Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (.6 FTE/Days)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc. • Dyer, IN

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About The Position

The Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technologist I of Franciscan conducts electroencephalography (EEG) testing and other neurodiagnostic procedures on patients. This function is to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of brain, neurological, and/or sleep disorders. The Technologist conducts testing in the outpatient, inpatient hospital, or operating room environment, documenting results and reporting findings to designated physicians. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Disinfect testing room, equipment, and supplies, in accordance with departmental/facility infection control policies. Recognize, document, and report critical tests results to the designated interpreting physician. Document pertinent patient medical history, including current medications and circumstances surrounding reported symptoms. Determine any contraindications to testing or monitoring protocols, based on patient history or physician orders. Customize the recording procedure appropriately, as per referral evaluation, patient history or observed EEG waveforms. Conduct EEG, and other neurodiagnostic testing, appropriate to the patient's age, and according to departmental policies and procedures. Differentiate artifacts from cerebral or peripheral nerve responses, and troubleshoot possible causes, documenting steps taken to alleviate such artifacts. Ensure procedures are appropriately logged, charged and distributed to the interpreting physician. Participate in on-call rotation to provide off shift coverage, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year healthcare experience
• Registered Electroencephalogram Technologist (R. EEG T) - ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Certificate Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP)
• 1 year Neuro diagnostics (EEG / sleep)

Responsibilities

• Disinfect testing room, equipment, and supplies, in accordance with departmental/facility infection control policies.
• Recognize, document, and report critical tests results to the designated interpreting physician.
• Document pertinent patient medical history, including current medications and circumstances surrounding reported symptoms.
• Determine any contraindications to testing or monitoring protocols, based on patient history or physician orders.
• Customize the recording procedure appropriately, as per referral evaluation, patient history or observed EEG waveforms.
• Conduct EEG, and other neurodiagnostic testing, appropriate to the patient's age, and according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Differentiate artifacts from cerebral or peripheral nerve responses, and troubleshoot possible causes, documenting steps taken to alleviate such artifacts.
• Ensure procedures are appropriately logged, charged and distributed to the interpreting physician.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide off shift coverage, including weekends and holidays, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees