EEG Technician at Community First Medical Center

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

EEG, Electro-neurodiagnostic Studies, Patient Education, Evoked Potentials, Electrode Application, Equipment Troubleshooting, Artifact Recognition, Calibrations, Documentation, Patient History, Communication Skills, Advanced EEG Recording, Sleep Recordings, Bedside Recordings, Seizure Type Analysis, Montage Adjustment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Performs a wide variety of electro-neurodiagnostic studies including EEG, evoked potentials and specialized studies in the lab, and at the bedside of critically ill patients. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10 - 20 System. Ensures that electrode impedances meet standards. Develops a comprehensive patient history by gathering information from patient, medical record and family members including seizure type, date of last seizure and other neurological symptoms. Provides patient and family education by explaining the procedure and purpose of the study and the report reading and turn around process. Performs EEG record according to standards (routine, sleep, at bedside and electrocerebral silence recordings). Implements alternate methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recording, including montage, electrode adjustment and activation procedure use. Uses appropriate calibrations and makes proper adjustments. Recognizes artifact; documents, eliminates and/or monitors it. Performs all 3 modalities of evoked potential with high quality results and performs advanced EEG/evoked potential recording. Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems, repairs or reports them promptly. Archives record as needed. Requirements Education: High School graduate; completion of training consistent with guidelines of the American Society of Electro-neuro-diagnostic Technologists; Evoked Potential training Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :Must be eligible for registry by the ABRET; ABRET or CRET board certification preferred; current CPR certification or eligible Experience: 1+ to 3 years experience required, 3+ to 5 years experience preferred. Excellent communication skills. Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance 401k plan Paid Time Off and Holidays EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled Job seekers will be afforded equal opportunity regardless of their race, ethnicity, veteran status or disability status

Responsibilities

The EEG Technician performs a variety of electro-neurodiagnostic studies, including EEG and evoked potentials, both in the lab and at the bedside of critically ill patients. They are responsible for ensuring accurate electrode application, patient education, and high-quality recordings.