Description

American Traveler is hiring an EEG Technologist (Neurodiagnostic Technologist II) for a 13-week contract in a Clinical Neurophysiology unit, with EEG registration required.

Details

• Clinical Neurophysiology department within an acute care medical center
• Performs EEG, EMG, NCV, sensory evoked potentials (EP), and polysomnographic testing in hospital rooms, operating rooms, and clinics
• Variable 12-hour shifts, either days (7:00 AM–7:30 PM) or nights (7:00 PM–7:30 AM)
• 36 hours per week on a 3 days per week schedule
• Weekend shifts may be required as part of the variable schedule
• Holiday coverage is required per facility policy
• No on-call required

Requirements

• Graduation from an acceptable program of Neurophysiology, OR a High School Diploma with 2 years of experience performing sleep or neurodiagnostics procedures
• Registry eligible in one of the following specialty areas: EEG (R. EEG T. or CLTM), EP (R. EP T.), Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM), NCV, Polysomnography (RPSGT), or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST)
• Must be EEG registered
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
• License required if applicable
• Two professional references required for consideration

Additional Information

• Performs diagnostic testing including EEG, EMG, NCV, evoked potentials, and polysomnographic studies, with possible oxygen therapy and CPAP administration
• Responsible for room and equipment setup, calibration, and ongoing maintenance
• Reads and scores neurodiagnostic and polysomnographic tests
• Takes patient histories and instructs patients and families on test preparation, pre-test interviews, and follow-up appointments
• May provide instruction and guidance to other technologists in the Neurodiagnostic and/or Sleep Disorders Lab
• Position has potential to convert to permanent placement depending on performance and available internal openings