Neurodiagnostic Technician I

Advocate Health•West Allis, WI

6d•$25 - $38

About The Position

The Neurodiagnostic Technician I performs electroencephalograms (EEGs), including portable inpatient EEGs, and maintains competency in these procedures. Work may also include ambulatory EEG monitoring, EEG monitoring during intracarotid Sodium Amytal procedures (WADAS), Epilepsy Monitoring Units (EMUs), evoked potentials, and other testing modalities based on site-specific needs. The technician prepares patients for examinations, gathers relevant medical and neurological history, explains procedures, and performs testing in accordance with laboratory standards. The position requires travel between sites where inpatient EEG is offered. The role includes obtaining optimal recordings, recognizing and addressing artifacts, troubleshooting equipment, completing related clerical work, and assisting with patient positioning and transport. The technician must provide age-appropriate care and demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with some holiday coverage and weekend call.

Requirements

High school graduate.
One year of experience in neurodiagnostics.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association, to be obtained within six months unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Excellent interpersonal and patient service skills.
Intermediate computer skills.
Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, twist, and lift throughout the workday.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, lift up to 20 pounds overhead, and carry up to 40 pounds a reasonable distance.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to blood and body fluids, unpleasant fumes, or other hazards, and to wear protective clothing as necessary.
Ability to work with exposure to sharp instruments, including EMG needles.

Responsibilities

Perform and maintain competency in electroencephalograms and portable inpatient EEGs, including electrode placement, equipment checks and calibration, and selection of electrode combinations.
Perform ambulatory EEG monitoring, WADAS monitoring, EMU testing, evoked potentials, and other modalities as required by site-specific needs.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures; gather relevant histories and information from patients, records, and family members; and explain procedures to patients and families.
Perform procedures according to laboratory standards and adjust controls or use alternative methods to obtain optimal recordings.
Recognize patient or environmental artifacts and document, eliminate, or appropriately monitor them.
Troubleshoot equipment problems and repair them or report them promptly to a supervisor.
Perform clerical duties, including scheduling procedures, archiving studies, and entering charges.
Position and transport patients, using appropriate techniques for lifting and pushing or pulling.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay may be available for shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.