Let’s get started
By clicking ‘Next’, I agree to the Terms of Service
and Privacy Policy, and consent to receive emails from Rise
Jobs / Job page
Neurodiagnostic Tech I-EEG EMG Part Time Weekends Days image - Rise Careers
Job details

Neurodiagnostic Tech I-EEG EMG Part Time Weekends Days

Company Description

At 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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Neurodiagnostic Tech I - Neurodiagnostics 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.

Under general supervision, a neurodiagnostic technician II is responsible for performing neurodiagnostic tests and the related patient care, technical, and clerical duties as required.  Duties may include supervisory responsibilities of neurodiagnostic program team and workflow.  Neurodiagnostic tests include, but are not limited to, electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG). 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs the following in the process of neurodiagnostic testing:

  • Utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to neurodiagnostic testing of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Following standard precautions for infection prevention per hospital guidelines and procedures.
  • Knowledgeable in EEG or EMG and all aspects thereof and able to explain indications to patients.
  • For EEG instructs the patient on test procedures and using the International 10-20 System for EEGs, modifying when necessary, applies the electrodes, performs the test and cleans the patient’s hair.
  • Obtains patient’s history and/or reviews patient’s medical record in order to be alert for symptoms and/or contraindications for testing.
  • Performs neurodiagnostic testing in accordance with the guidelines set forth.
  • Monitors the ongoing recording to detect evidence of dysfunction and documents observations and activities of the patient during the recording(s).
  • Forwards results to the interpreting physician immediately after finishing the procedure.
  • Escalates critical values, issues, or concerns immediately to nursing, ordering physician and/or interpreting physician.
  • Archives results from the reading station for storage at the designated time.

Prioritizes patients following patient-specific, department, and hospital guidelines for study completion.  Demonstrates critical thinking, judgement, and independent problem solving to balance the needs of all stakeholders and communicates these decisions timely and effectively.

 Coordinates care and scheduling with other departments to maximize patient experience, timing, and organizational initiatives.

Distributes reports and maintains a filing system of all neurodiagnostic records and reports.

Uses the computer system to the full extent allowed for the position.  This includes but not limited to all aspects of processing in and out patients and ordering supplies.

Uses the hospital scheduling program to schedule and process outpatient appointments.

Maintains and cleans the neurodiagnostic equipment and all parts connected to it assuring that it is in proper working condition.  Reports if there are any problems with the equipment.

Performs a variety of clerical duties and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies available from general stores, linen room, and ordering system.

Attends all departmental in services, any pertinent hospital-wide in services relating to patient care issues, and the annual safety review program.

Builds and develops respectful relationships with department customers as demonstrated by:

  • Immediately acknowledges and greets customers
  • Creates a positive first impression
  • Seeks to understand customer's needs from the customer's point of view
  • Responds to customer needs in a timely fashion
  • Provides customers with information from start to finish
  • Takes action to let customers know they are our top priority
  • Demonstrates respect for different cultures, rituals and beliefs
  • Respects confidentiality.

Builds and develops respectful relationships with co-workers and other departments as demonstrated by:

  • Voluntarily helps others.
  • Demonstrates appreciation of other's contributions
  • Shares knowledge with others
  • Welcomes new staff and helps them become part of the team
  • Shares non-judgmental specific observations
  • Ensures everyone involved has the appropriate information to best meet the customer's needs
  • Demonstrates respect for different cultures, rituals and beliefs
  • Respects confidentiality

Uses all available resources to resolve and prevent problems as demonstrated by:

  • Follows through and follows up on problem resolution
  • Involves all necessary parties in defining and solving problems
  • Seeks the necessary resources when problems are outside realm of control
  • Listens fully, then verbalizes an understanding of issues and problems from other's point of view
  • Manages personal emotional response to maintain professional demeanor and integrity

Performs other inherent clerical and technical duties related to, but not limited to, the above.

This position is part time, 40 hours per pay period, 10-hour day shift, every weekend, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Training will require weekday availability until off orientation, unless already experienced.  Holidays are on a rotation with 4 other EEG Techs.

Qualifications

An associate degree or higher is preferred. 

Ideal candidates are proficient and independent in EEG or EMG. 

Ideal candidates hold current certification/credentials from the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and/or ABRET.  

Successful completion of a program reviewed by the Committee on Accreditation for Education in Neurodiagnostic technology and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs is preferred. 

On the job training with clinical experience and/or relevant coursework is acceptable with future registration by the American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists preferred. 

Current CPR certification.

Position requires hearing, visual acuity and verbal skills sufficient to perform the neurodiagnostic testing and all other aspects of the position.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Average salary estimate

$52500 / YEARLY (est.)
min
max
$45000K
$60000K

If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.

Similar Jobs
Photo of the Rise User

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Physical Therapist for an on-call In House Registry role to deliver high-quality inpatient rehabilitation services.

Photo of the Rise User
Posted 4 days ago

Northwestern Medicine invites experienced Respiratory Therapists to join their team and deliver exceptional respiratory care on a part-time day shift basis.

Posted yesterday

A reputable academic health system is looking for a General Pediatrician to provide comprehensive pediatric care and contribute to teaching and research initiatives.

Photo of the Rise User

Innovative mental health provider Bend Health seeks a full-time remote Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join their collaborative, supportive tele-health clinical team.

Photo of the Rise User
Enable Dental Hybrid No location specified
Posted 10 days ago

Enable Dental is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Dentist to deliver high-quality mobile dental care to vulnerable populations in Lubbock, TX.

Takeda Hybrid USA - IL - Harwood Heights
Posted 13 days ago

Support plasma donation operations at Takeda's BioLife as a part-time bilingual Plasma Center Nurse ensuring donor eligibility and quality standards.

Photo of the Rise User

Experienced Oncology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner needed at Roswell Park Care Network to deliver advanced patient care in Watertown, NY.

Photo of the Rise User
LifeStance Health Hybrid Minneapolis, MN
Posted 4 days ago

LifeStance Health seeks licensed psychiatrists in Minnesota to provide expert outpatient behavioral health care within a supportive and flexible hybrid work environment.

Provide expert pediatric intensive care as a Staff Nurse at University of Chicago Medicine’s Comer Children’s Hospital in a full-time night shift role.

Photo of the Rise User

Signify Health, part of CVS Health, is hiring Per Diem NPs and PAs to conduct in-home health evaluations that bridge care gaps and improve patient outcomes.

Orlando Health Bayfront seeks a Registered Nurse specialized in Radiation Oncology to deliver skilled patient care in a state-of-the-art ambulatory clinic.

Photo of the Rise User

An established global healthcare provider seeks a skilled Registered Nurse in Chattanooga, TN to deliver critical nursing services and support international operations.

Photo of the Rise User

Contribute as a Registered Nurse Specialist managing grievances and appeals at Denver Health Medical Plan, advancing quality healthcare for Colorado residents.

Photo of the Rise User
Denver Health and Hospital Authority Hybrid Winter Park Medical Center - 145 Parsenn Rd, Winter Park, CO 80482
Posted 9 days ago

A dynamic Registered Nurse role at Denver Health's Winter Park Medical Center focused on delivering high-quality patient care and education in a multi-functional clinical setting.

Providing expert nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab at Saint Mary's of Nazareth Hospital requires clinical experience and dedication to patient well-being.

Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The entities involved in Northwestern Medicine remain separate organizations. Northwestern Medicine is a t...

2859 jobs
MATCH
Calculating your matching score...
FUNDING
DEPARTMENTS
SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT
TEAM SIZE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Part-time, on-site
DATE POSTED
March 23, 2025

Subscribe to Rise newsletter

Risa star 🔮 Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI
Career Copilot
Want to see a list of jobs tailored to
you, just ask me below!