Electroencephalographic Technician

3 days ago

Chicago, United States University of Illinois Full time
Electroencephalographic Technician - Neurology

Hiring Department: Neurology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1027926

Posting Close Date: October 19, 2024

Position Number: CF4599

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health SciencesSystem (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to thepeople of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago(UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bedtertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Centerfacilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes theseven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; theCollege of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College ofSocial Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regionalcampuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Healthis dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

Performs neurophysiologic procedures, including electroencephalography and evoked potential examinations, under the supervision of senior staff. Operates and monitors electroencephalographic equipment as part of the diagnostic examination plan for patients referred to this service. Communicates appropriately with attending and referring physicians, residents, patients and support staff to accomplish a variety of related tasks. Performs all tasks consistent with the principals of sound ethical behavior and judgment, maintains confidentiality concerning patient issues.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Acquires pertinent history from patient, family, or medical records.
  • Applies the theory of operation, controls, and recording mechanisms to the patient care situation.
  • Uses EEG and EP equipment for checking the impedance of applied electrodes.
  • Differentiates between artifacts and examples of normal and abnormal EEG and EP patterns as well as notes clinical seizures and unusual occurrences.
  • Performs operative neurophysiologic procedures utilizing the techniques described above.
  • Adheres to operative guidelines in the performance of these responsibilities.
  • Utilizes sound judgment in determining scope and applicability of examination requested to the patient conditions that present.
  • Communicates with appropriate medical staff to eliminate any potential discrepancies and appropriately perform the examination the represents the best interest of the patient.
  • Applies photic stimuli as required by the examination and directed by the attending physician.
  • Applies hyperventilation as required by the examination and directed by the attending physician.
  • Stocks and prepares examination room prior to patient arrival.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of the EEG equipment in the department.
  • Adheres and complies with all regulatory requirements including, but not limited to JCAHO, IDPH, and OSHA.
  • Defers complex problems to the Chief Technologist or attending physician.
  • Reports equipment failures and potential problems related to the efficient operation of the department.
  • Interacts on a daily basis with referring physicians in determining patient and examination requirements.
  • Utilizes hospital-wide electronic information system for purposes including, but not limited to requisitioning, results reporting, and medical record retrieval.
  • Interacts on a daily basis with patients and customers in order to provide directions, instructions, and other related information products.
  • Provides support of general departmental functions in the absence of assigned staff.
  • Utilizes sound judgment and decision-making.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  1. High school graduate or equivalent
  2. Successful completion of an accredited training program in electroencephalographic techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • One (1) year of patient care experience in a clinical neurophysiology laboratory under the supervision of an appropriately trained director, or equivalent.
  • Computer proficiency for input and integration with global hospital applications.


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Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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