Neurophysiology Technician - Shift Varies

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.

• Position:
  Neurophysiology Technician
• Location:
  
  Arlington Heights, IL
• Full time/Part time:
  Full time, 40 hours/week
• Hours:
  
  Shifts Vary depending on unit needs
• Required Travel:
  No

• Knowledge and application of North Shore University Health System 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

• Education:
  
  High School diploma required. Graduation from a Neurophysiology program and/or Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred.
• Current CPR certification from American Heart Association.
• 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

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible 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

EOE:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.