EEG Tech

It's More Than A Career, It's A Calling

Neurodiagnostics

Full time

Pay Range Starts At: $26.01/Hour Daily Pay Available!

Shift Differentials: Available For Night, Weekend, And Additional Shifts

Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Requirements: 3 Years' Experience In EEG Required Or R. EEG T. Certification

Relocation Assistance Is Available For Those Who Qualify.

Qualified External Candidates Only

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Job Summary:

Performs Neurodiagnostic Testing, To Include EEG, EP, MEG, TMS, Epilepsy Monitoring And Electrocorticography. Assist In Nerve Conduction Testing. Completes All Necessary Documentation For Departmental Record, Patient Procedures, Etc. Participates And Assists In Education And Training Opportunities.

Job Responsibilities And Requirements:

Position Accountabilities:

1) Performs Standard And Complex EEG And Evoked Potential (EP) Recordings According To Established Lab Protocol, And Guidelines Set Forth By The American Clinical Neurophysiology Society. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 70%

2) Completes Patient Charge Forms To Insure Accurate And Timely Billing Of The Procedure And Completes All Necessary Written Documentation To Insure Smooth Operation Of The Department. (2, 5, 6) 10%

3) Supports All Functions, Goals And Objectives Of The Department As Well As Development Of Any New Programs That Involve The Neurophysiology Lab And Epilepsy Unit. (2, 4, 5, 6) 5%

4) Safety/Infection Control: Practices According To Safety And Infection Control Policies. (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5%

5) Service: Provides Service Excellence To The Customers Of Saint Louis University Hospital By Delivering Timely, High Quality Care In A Courteous And Respectful Manner. (1, 3, 5, 6) 3%

6) Performance Improvement (PI): Incorporates Quality Assessment Into One's Daily Work. (2, 3, 5, 6) 2%

7) Age Appropriate Care: Provides Age-Appropriate Care To: Adolescent Adult Geriatric

8) Specialized Care: Provides Specialized Care To Patients At High Risk For Injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8) <1%

The Following Job Accountabilities May Be Reassigned.

9) Provides Assistance In The Day-To-Day Operation Of The Neurophysiology Lab. (2, 6) 3%

Job Specifications:

Minimum Education: Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Neurodiagnostic Technology Preferred Or Equivalent Training. Prior Experience In Epilepsy And Intraoperative Monitoring Preferred.

Minimum Experience: At Least Three Years' Experience Performing EEGs, NCV And EPs. Intraoperative Monitoring Experience Helpful. If Not A Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Neurodiagnostic Technology Must Already Have R.EEG T Credential. Epilepsy Experience Helpful But Not Required.

Required Course: (Licensure/Certification)

Registered Or Registry Eligible By ABRET In EEG, Or Within 18 Months Of Hire

BLS Required

Skills: (Administrative/Business)

Compile Statistics

File, Archive And Retrieve Department Patient Files

Computer Skills Helpful

Skills: (Equipment/Machine)

Various Neurophysiology Lab And Epilepsy Unit Equipment For Diagnostic And Monitoring Procedures.

Hospital Computer System (EHR = EPIC, HPF, Meditech)

Hospital Telephone System

Calculator

Copy Machine

Fax Machine

Working Conditions:

May Be Exposed To Infectious And Contagious Diseases.

Regularly Exposed To The Risk Of Blood Borne Pathogens.

Exposed To Hazardous Anesthetic Agents, Body Fluids And Wastes.

Subject To Electrical And Radiant Energy Hazards.

Occasional Exposure To Unpleasant Patient Or Unit Elements.

May Be Exposed To Unpleasant Elements (Accidents, Injuries And Illness).

Subject To Varying And Unpredictable Situations.

May Be Required To Handle Emergency Or Crisis Situations.

Occasionally Subjected To Irregular Hours.

Exposed To Chemicals Such As Isopropyl Alcohol And Gel That Are Used In Diagnostic Testing Procedures.

Exposed To Chemicals For Cleaning/Disinfecting Of Equipment Using Hospital Approved Agents.

Protective Equipment:

Eye Shield/Goggles

Gown

Lab Coat

Mask

Non-Sterile Medical Gloves

Sterile Medical Gloves

Physical Requirements:

Lifts, Positions, Pushes And/Or Transfers Patients (Can Exceed 350 Lbs On Rare Occasions)

Periodic Heavy Physical Effort (Lift/Carry Up To 50 Lbs).

Prolonged, Extensive Or Considerable Standing/Walking/Sitting Required.

Pushes/Pulls Or Moves/Lifts Heavy Equipment/Supplies (Up To 400 Lbs)

Manual Dexterity, Mobility And Fine Motor Skills Required.

Intermittent Exertion When Performing Studies.

Considerable Reaching, Stooping, Bending, Kneeling And Crouching Required In Performing Job Duties.

Vision Requirements:

Be Able To Adjust Vision For Varying Degrees Of Room Light.

Bring Objects Into Focus And See Clearly At 20 Inches Or Less.

Required Professional License And/Or Certifications:

State Of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist (R. EEG T.) - ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing And Accreditation

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States Of America)

Department: 3600000037 EMG/EEG

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits:

SSM Health Values Our Exceptional Employees By Offering A Comprehensive Benefits Package To Fit Their Needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: We Offer Eligible Team Members One Week Of Paid Parental Leave For Newborns Or Newly Adopted Children (Pro-Rated Based On FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our Voluntary Benefit Offered Through Dailypay Offers Eligible Hourly Team Members Instant Access To Their Earned, Unpaid Base Pay (Fees May Apply) Before Payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We Provide Upfront Tuition Coverage Through Flexpath Funded For Eligible Team Members.

SSM Health Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Age, Disability, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Pregnancy, Veteran Status Or Any Other Characteristic Protected By Applicable Law.