Neurodiagnostic Technologist I Registered Full Time Days

• Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
• This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
• As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
• We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
• Ready to join our quest for better?Job DescriptionHours: 40 Hours Per Week Days Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Works Monday - Friday) (Works Holidays)Location: Feinberg/Galter; FL 07Competitive Hourly Compensation + Shift Differential.
• The role is graded as a non-exempt position, meaning you are eligible for overtime.Benefits Eligible Role: New employees are eligible for benefits to begin on the first of the month following their start date.The Neurodiagnostic Tech I Reg reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
• This position provides neurological testing and/or monitoring in any or all of the following clinical areas and modalities: A. standard, long-term, or ambulatory Electroencephalography (EEG); B.
• Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies.This position may also provide neurological testing and/or monitoring in any or all of the following additional clinical areas and modalities: A.
• Visual, auditory, or somatosensory Evoked Potentials (EP) or Electronystagmography; B.
• Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM).The Neurodiagnostic Technologist works closely with other members of the Neurological Testing Center (NTC) staff, including physicians.Responsibilities:Complete all the required paperwork before the study is performed, including relevant patient history.
• Clarify unclear or inappropriate orders.
• Complete billing information upon completion of the procedure.Independently prepare patient for test and/or monitoring by accurately placing recording electrodes and using established protocols required for the procedure.Performs testing under general supervision.Recognize technically inadequate signals and obtain troubleshooting assistance if necessary.Recognize abnormalities/potential changes and respond appropriately by communicating with a Coordinator or an appropriate neurologist.Maintain equipment in clean and organized condition, including stocking supplies as needed.Record study and enter appropriate notations and clinical observations.Encourage teamwork through interdepartmental communication and constructive problem-solvingresolution.Provide training for new Neurodiagnostic students.Patient Care/Age-Specific Responsibilities and QualificationsProvide patient with procedure explanation, address questions, reassure and relax patient (as appropriate), and prepare patient for their procedure.
• Assist older adults as necessary by assessing impairments that affect testing procedures.Provides basic personal hygiene assistance to any patients as necessary.Primarily requires interaction with patients of adult and geriatric ageAdditional FunctionsProvide technical or administrative coverage in other areas of NTC as necessary.Participate in departmental in-services, staff meetings, and continuing educationAssist in report typing, distribution, filing, and other storage duties as assigned.Provide consistent feedback and suggestions for improvement to the NTC Resource Coordinator and/or Manager.Provide written and/or verbal feedback to the NTC Resource Coordinator and/or Manager on Neurodiagnostic student performance.Quality Management Responsibilities:Participate in organizational and departmental quality improvement activities.Communicates customer satisfaction issues to appropriate individuals.Provides ideas and suggestions for process improvements within the department.Qualifications:RequiredHigh School diploma or equivalentCPR certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Registered in one neurodiagnostic modality through ABRET, AANEM, AAETPreferred6 months of prior experience in multiple ENDT modalities.****Competencies/Performance Expectations:Please refer to NMHC Performance (Standard/Leadership) CompetenciesOther:Management ResponsibilityThis position does not have management responsibilities.Population ServedInternal: patient care team; physicians, nurses, other hospital and clinic staff.External: Communicates regularly with patients, caregivers and families.
• May also interact with student preceptors from Universities ENDT program and equipment vendors during evaluations of new equipment.Addendum: XX:X QualificationsRequiredHigh School diploma or equivalentCPR certified in basic cardiac life support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Registered in one neurodiagnostic modality through ABRET, AANEM, AAETPreferred6 months of prior experience in multiple ENDT modalities.****Competencies/Performance Expectations:Please refer to NMHC Performance (Standard/Leadership) CompetenciesOther:Management ResponsibilityThis position does not have management responsibilities.Population ServedInternal: patient care team; physicians, nurses, other hospital and clinic staff.External: Communicates regularly with patients, caregivers and families.
• May also interact with student preceptors from Universities ENDT program and equipment vendors during evaluations of new equipment.Additional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers.
• If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.
• Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
• BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
• Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception

• New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on
• Bonus
• Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception

New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Job Shift: Day Job (1st)

Salary Range

Minimum : $25.22

Salary Range

Maximum: $37.82 Compensation: USD 25.22 - USD 37.82 - hourly