Neurodiagnostic Tech I Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Palos Heights, IL

1d • $29 - $45

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Tech I is a clinically competent technician who performs EEGs and long-term monitoring EEGs (LTMEs). The role records electrical activity to study epilepsy, convulsive disorders, and lesions in the cerebrum and spinal canal. The technician interacts effectively with patients, family members, and other health team members while adhering to Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

The position provides patient care with attention to safety, accurate technical performance, clear communication, and complete documentation. The technician obtains patient history, selects and adjusts testing techniques, records and assesses EEG data, assists physicians with EMGs, educates patients and families, and coordinates with clinical staff. The role also supports department operations, maintains equipment and the care environment, responds to on-call pages, and pursues ongoing clinical learning.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• BLS within 30 days of hire, BLS within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience performing EEGs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate I-CARE values and maintain a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provide accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; address questions and concerns or connect them with appropriate resources, and assist with directions when needed.
• Use service recovery skills to address problems or service breakdowns.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers and other departments, communicate effectively, and respect diverse opinions and contributions.
• Use organizational and departmental resources efficiently; manage schedules and complete assigned work on time.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, cost reduction, streamlined processes, and the growth of services.
• Provide patient care in a manner that promotes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
• Follow electrical safety precautions and hazardous-material handling procedures.
• Verify equipment function using equipment and biologic calibrations; appropriately apply High/Low Filters and Sensitivity settings.
• Place electrodes and sensors accurately according to the International 10-20 System and adjust placements to accommodate anatomical defects.
• Obtain pertinent patient history and select or adjust techniques for clinical symptoms and patients’ special, age-related, or behavioral needs; apply protocols for neonates, pediatrics, ICUs, and ECS recordings.
• Use appropriate judgment and knowledge of contraindications when performing activation procedures.
• Obtain a minimum of 20 minutes of technically acceptable EEG recording; distinguish normal and normal-variant from abnormal waveforms, recognize artifacts, and troubleshoot their sources.
• Apply knowledge of neuroanatomy, anatomy, physiology, and EEG correlates.
• Apply appropriate safety precautions when caring for patients having seizures and determine whether emergency intervention may be needed.
• Keep supplies stocked, rooms organized, linens emptied, and work surfaces clean and uncluttered during slower periods.
• Assist physicians with EMGs.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and interact professionally using AIDET principles.
• Respond to on-call pages in a responsible and timely manner and coordinate emergency procedures with physicians and nursing staff.
• Maintain the environment of care by reporting issues in the department and throughout the hospital.
• Enter patient demographic information and pertinent history accurately into the recording system.
• Provide timely, accurate, complete, and legible documentation during recordings in accordance with current standards and policies.
• Enter charges accurately on the day of service and maintain a log of performed procedures.
• Scan and archive patient data appropriately and recall data when needed.
• Seek clinical learning opportunities, including record review with physicians, reading journal articles and textbooks, and attending continuing education events.
• Seek opportunities to enhance clinical skills and strive to obtain ABRET-sanctioned REEGT or REPT.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits.
• A range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED