UChicago Medicine
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
UChicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
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Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
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UChicago Medicine Base pay range:
$86,700.00/yr - $115,600.00/yr Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at
UChicago Medicine
as a
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
in the
Neurophysiology Department . Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000
Responsibilities
The
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
is responsible for the preparation of patients, collection of information pertinent to the test, performance of the specified study and interpretation of the recording for the purpose of informing the physician of critical problems. Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
monitors patients in the operating room suite during complex procedures or whenever the central nervous system is at risk. This includes, but is not limited to, procedures such as: carotid endarterectomy, spinal or spinal cord surgery, brain mapping and motor evoked potentials. Explains procedures to adult patients and applies electrodes according to the 10/20 system in the pre-operative area. If needle electrodes are being used, they will be applied once patient is anesthetized. (All children are hooked-up once anesthetized). Obtains a complex history from the patient\'s chart or referring physician. Is able to decide which test or monitoring procedure is appropriate for surgical procedure. Performs pre-operative testing at the request of the surgeon, as well as performs routine studies in the NP laboratory. Performs intraoperative electrophysiological studies of the central and/or peripheral nervous system (SSEP, EEG, MEP, EMG, BAEP) with minimal or no assistance. Precise decision making skills are required for interpretation of the data for the purpose of informing the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist of potential neural injury, biological or technical issues. Ensures the efficiency of the patient monitoring by interacting with the anesthesiologist to monitor the type and level of anesthetic agents used. Assists the surgeon with implantation of deep brain stimulator by mapping brain structures. Keeps equipment clean and in good operating condition; detects instrument malfunctions and notifies Clinical Engineering and/or Director of Operations of any problems. Participates in research projects involving brain function including presentation of data at meetings/conferences. Assures that accurate billing information is provided to the Operations Supervisor within two business days.
Required Qualifications
Registration by the American Society of Electroencephalographic Technology 4 years experience of independently monitoring neurological function in the operating room or Bachelor’s degree in physical or biological science with 2 years experience in the operating room or Ph.D. with a background in Neurophysiology CNIM certification or an ABNM diplomat is desired and may be a future requirement if employment is secured
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0) Shift: Rotate Unit/Department: Neurophysiology Department CBA Code: Non-Union No Visa Sponsorship Available
Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law. Compensation & Benefits Overview: UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE). Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
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Join to apply for the
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
role at
UChicago Medicine Base pay range:
$86,700.00/yr - $115,600.00/yr Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at
UChicago Medicine
as a
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
in the
Neurophysiology Department . Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000
Responsibilities
The
Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
is responsible for the preparation of patients, collection of information pertinent to the test, performance of the specified study and interpretation of the recording for the purpose of informing the physician of critical problems. Neurological Surgery Monitoring Technologist
monitors patients in the operating room suite during complex procedures or whenever the central nervous system is at risk. This includes, but is not limited to, procedures such as: carotid endarterectomy, spinal or spinal cord surgery, brain mapping and motor evoked potentials. Explains procedures to adult patients and applies electrodes according to the 10/20 system in the pre-operative area. If needle electrodes are being used, they will be applied once patient is anesthetized. (All children are hooked-up once anesthetized). Obtains a complex history from the patient\'s chart or referring physician. Is able to decide which test or monitoring procedure is appropriate for surgical procedure. Performs pre-operative testing at the request of the surgeon, as well as performs routine studies in the NP laboratory. Performs intraoperative electrophysiological studies of the central and/or peripheral nervous system (SSEP, EEG, MEP, EMG, BAEP) with minimal or no assistance. Precise decision making skills are required for interpretation of the data for the purpose of informing the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist of potential neural injury, biological or technical issues. Ensures the efficiency of the patient monitoring by interacting with the anesthesiologist to monitor the type and level of anesthetic agents used. Assists the surgeon with implantation of deep brain stimulator by mapping brain structures. Keeps equipment clean and in good operating condition; detects instrument malfunctions and notifies Clinical Engineering and/or Director of Operations of any problems. Participates in research projects involving brain function including presentation of data at meetings/conferences. Assures that accurate billing information is provided to the Operations Supervisor within two business days.
Required Qualifications
Registration by the American Society of Electroencephalographic Technology 4 years experience of independently monitoring neurological function in the operating room or Bachelor’s degree in physical or biological science with 2 years experience in the operating room or Ph.D. with a background in Neurophysiology CNIM certification or an ABNM diplomat is desired and may be a future requirement if employment is secured
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0) Shift: Rotate Unit/Department: Neurophysiology Department CBA Code: Non-Union No Visa Sponsorship Available
Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law. Compensation & Benefits Overview: UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE). Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
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