The technician will perform routine testing procedures in the Electroencephalogram and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, explaining procedures to patients and adapting methods to obtain optimal results. Responsibilities also include performing scoring, monitoring review, equipment maintenance, recognizing medical emergencies, and completing necessary documentation and billing.
Requirements summary
Required qualifications include registration in one of several neurodiagnostic or respiratory therapy certifications from ABRET, BRPT, AAET, or NBRC. Preferred qualifications include graduation from an accredited neurodiagnostic program and meeting any additional department-specific license or certification requirements.
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Job description
Shift
Multiple Shifts Available Day (with possible call and weekend rotation) Evening (with possible call and weekend rotation)
Night (with possible call and weekend rotation)
Department:
Epilepsy
Monitoring
Unit/Clinical
Neurophysiology
Compensation:
Base
Pay
Range: $19.15 - $30.23 per hour, based on experience
Shift
Differentials: Additional $2.00 per hour for evening shift Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift Additional $3.00 per hour for weekend shift
Retention
Rewards: Up to $15,000
Relocation
Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away
Retention
Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
Student
Loan
Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
Note: Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a dedicated Neurodiagnostic Technician to join our team and play a vital role in our Electroencephalogram and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
As a Neurodiagnostic Technician, you will perform routine testing procedures and work closely with a Registered Neurodiagnostic Technologist to ensure the highest quality of patient care.
The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented and possesses excellent communication skills.
In this position, you'll have the opportunity for career growth, with potential advancement to more advanced neurodiagnostic procedures and roles.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient care.
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Discounts
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Explain test procedures to patients prior to the studies and provide for psychological needs while in the laboratory to obtain quality test results.
Differentiate the quality of procedure and patient cooperation for interpretive analysis.
Perform scoring and long-term monitoring review.
Communicate the patient's psychological status and environmental conditions during the procedure to the physician for consideration in interpreting test results.
Adapt test methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal patient results.
Clean, calibrate, and process neurophysiology equipment.
Report equipment and supply needs to leadership.
Recognize medically emergent situations and take appropriate actions.
Complete necessary documentation and billing.
Perform limited office, secretarial, and patient transport duties.
Meet all Patient Family Centered Care standards and patient experience goals.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Registration in one of the following: --Electroencephalographic (R.EEG T.), Evoked Potential (R.
EPT.), or Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) certification by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET); or --Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) by the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists (BRPT); or --Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R.NCS.T.) by the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technicians (AAET); or --Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited neurodiagnostic program. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
