Neurophysiology Technician - Glenview
Position Highlights:
- Position: Neurophysiology Technician
- Hourly Pay Range: $30.46 - $45.69. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate’s expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
- Location: Glenview, IL
- Full Time/Part Time: Full time
- Hours: Monday-Friday
What you will do:
- Knowledge and application of NorthShore University HealthSystem policies and procedures that apply to job and area of responsibility.
- Performs routine Electroencephalograms
- Performs bedside EEGs
- Performs EEGs in the NICU
- Set up and download of ambulatory EEGs
- Participate in On-Call program
- Performs Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Tests
- Performs Visual Evoked Response Tests
- Performs Somatosensory Evoked Response Tests
- Performs NCV Tests
- Assists physician with EMG Tests
- Performs Autonomic Testing
- Assists physician as needed
- Monitors Cervical Procedures (Recognizes relevant anatomic sites, performs Evoked Potentials, MEPs, EMGs as appropriate)
- Monitors Lumbar Procedures (Recognizes relevant anatomic sites, performs Evoked Potentials, PSS, EMGs as appropriate)
- Monitors Carotid Endarterectomies (Recognizes brain anatomy and SSEP pathways, performs EEGs and SSEPs as appropriate)
- Monitors Skull Based and other procedures (Recognizes skull based nerves with corresponding muscles for appropriate electrode placement)
- Understands the importance of optimum outcomes in relation to IOM and collaborates with the neurophysiology team (PhDs, IOM monitoring physicians and surgeon) to achieve them
- Participates in On-Call Program
- Monitors EEGs in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
- Participates in training of junior staff
- Troubleshoots equipment
- Assists junior techs in resolving technical problems
- Troubleshoots networking problems
- Attends record review sessions with peers and electroencephalographs
- Studies for certification/registration in the various neurophysiology procedures
- Attends seminars and pursues work-related programs independently
- Is able to maneuver around the HOV environment (order entry, documentation and charge entry)
- Is able to view, schedule and check in patients in Cadence
- Is able to operate communication devices (email, viscera, pagers, phones and fax machines)
- Is able to troubleshoot when networking problems occur
What you will need:
- High School Required Or
- Bachelors Degree Required
- One (1) year experience in two (2) of the following neurophysiology areas (EEG/EP, EP/IOM, Autonomic/EMG, EMG/EEG). EEG, EP, or CNCT certification
preferred. CNIM certification preferred. IOM experience preferred. - College level neuroanatomy is desirable.
- Competency in medical terminology.
- Must be patient, have good interpersonal skills and be able to treat patients of various ages (babies to geriatric adults), backgrounds, with and without mental and/or physical limitations with respect and dignity.
- Must be able to work as a team player (i.e. with physicians, other medical staff, colleagues and administration).
- High School diploma required. Graduation from a Neurophysiology program and/or Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred. Required And
- CPR certification required. Required
Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
- Premium pay for eligible employees
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.
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