Neurodiagnostic Specialist

Memorial Health•Decatur, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensures quality, safety, and effective neurodiagnostic testing within the Neurodiagnostic Services department while supporting patient-centered care. Provides specialized oversight of daily Neurodiagnostic Services operations, collaborates with physicians and leadership, and ensures compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards in accordance with Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Embodies the Memorial Health Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Stewardship that support our mission and vision.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree required.
Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) credential and/or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
Current Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) or Illinois Polysomnography License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) required.
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required within 44 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Mandatory Reporter training required within 44 days of hire and maintained throughout employment, in accordance with Illinois law.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) is required.
Experience performing and scoring PSG, HST, EEG, MSLT, and PAP procedures required.
Clinical background in neurodiagnostic testing within a hospital or accredited sleep lab setting required.
Accountability: Ability to hold people accountable to standards of performance or ensure compliance with Illinois regulatory, licensure, and accreditation requirements appropriately and effectively, with the long-term good of the organization in mind.
Change Management: Ability to energize stakeholders and sustain their commitment to changes in approaches, processes, and strategies.
Collaboration: Ability to work cooperatively and inclusively with other individuals and/or teams not formally lead; working together as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Communication: Ability to use written and spoken communication in formal and informal situations to convey meaning, build shared understanding, and productively move agendas forward. Conveys clinical findings and operational needs clearly and accurately.
Project Management: Oversees accreditation cycles, system upgrades, and process improvements.
Strategic Orientation: Ability to align departmental operations with organizational and regulatory implications of decisions and develop strategies that continually improve the long-term success and viability of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Neuroscience, bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or health-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversight and execution of daily Neurodiagnostic Services operations, including scheduling, patient followup, and prioritization of testing based on patient acuity, provider expectations, and regulatory requirements
Collaborates with Neurologists, Medical Director, Supervisor, and Director to establish testing protocols, review diagnostic findings, and ensure compliance with Illinois regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices.
Performs, scores, and reviews EEG, PSG, HST, MSLT, and sleep procedures, including PAP settings and oxygen needs; provides preliminary diagnostic data and escalates critical findings to providers immediately.
Ensures accurate completion of charges, coding, QA reports, outcome surveys, and maintenance of diagnostic databases in accordance with Illinois and organizational standards.
Oversees equipment, supplies, and preventative maintenance activities; ensures compliance with manufacturer recommendations and communicates capital and operational needs to leadership.
Supports process improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and implementation of new neurodiagnostic technologies in collaboration with leadership.
Serves as the departmental specialist responsible for accreditation readiness, including American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) accreditation application and site visits every five (5) years, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
Ensures annual staff competency assessments, facilitates onboarding and orientation of new employees, and provides education related to new equipment, procedures, and practice changes.
Develops, reviews, and updates departmental policies, procedures, and standard work documents; participates in Environment of Care (EOC) rounding and corrective action planning.
Performs EEG and other neurodiagnostic procedures as needed and supports interdisciplinary education, clinical rotations, and departmental meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned.