About the job

Location: Chicago, IL

Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center

Department: Diag Srvcs-EEG

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (11:00:00 AM – 7:00:00 AM)

Summary

This role will provide EEG and Continuous EEG Monitoring for the broad patient population applying protocols defined the organization’s Neurologists. This role will produce EEG tracings that meet the quality expectations of the department. As an EEG Tech, understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care in regards to their growth and development process. The position actively supports the Hospital’s and Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement and customer service goals, individually and as an effective team member. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides quality patient care as defined by departmental and Age Specific standards of care.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Follows departmental protocols and procedures in the performance of EEGs and continuous monitoring and produces work that meets quality standards.
• Produces work in an efficient manner that meets departmental productivity standards.
• Maintains the physical work environment in a manner that meets departmental and regulatory requirements.
• Has a working knowledge of the Radiology Information System and Natus.
• Reports supply shortage or equipment failure to section supervisor.
• Follows work and patient schedules.
• Maintains logs and documentation as per departmental protocol.
• Provides patient history or information necessary for proper interpretation of the procedure.
• Maintains licensure/registry status as determined by state or regulatory bodies.
• Participates in the training and development of students assigned to area through clinical affiliations.
• Required adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet staffing needs as determined by the management team

Other Information

Required Job Qualifications:

• Enrolled in or completed formal training in an accredited Neurodiagnostic training program or Advanced Neurosciences Degree program.
• Registry-eligible with ABRET.
• Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – BLS from American Heart Association preferred
• Proficient in operation of equipment and associated software.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and physiology.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Physical Demands

• Requires full range body motion including handling and lifting patients when necessary. Must be able to move the equipment to perform EEGs on a portable basis.
• Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

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