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Community First Medical Center

EEG Technician

Community First Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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This is a As Needed Opportunity

Performs a wide variety of electro-neurodiagnostic studies including EEG, evoked potentials and specialized studies in the lab, and at the bedside of critically ill patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Measures and accurately applies electrodes in a timely manner, according to the International 10 - 20 System. Ensures that electrode impedances meet standards.

Develops a comprehensive patient history by gathering information from patient, medical record and family members including seizure type, date of last seizure and other neurological symptoms. Provides patient and family education by explaining the procedure and purpose of the study and the report reading and turn around process.

Performs EEG record according to standards (routine, sleep, at bedside and electrocerebral silence recordings).

Implements alternate methods or adjusts controls to obtain optimal recording, including montage, electrode adjustment and activation procedure use. Uses appropriate calibrations and makes proper adjustments.

Recognizes artifact; documents, eliminates and/or monitors it.

Performs all 3 modalities of evoked potential with high quality results and performs advanced EEG/evoked potential recording.

Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems, repairs or reports them promptly. Archives record as needed.

Education and Experience

High School graduate

Completion of training consistent with guidelines of the American Society of Electro-neuro-diagnostic Technologists

Must be eligible for registry by the ABRET; ABRET or CRET board certification preferred.

Current CPR certification or eligible

1+ to 3 years experience required, 3+ to 5 years experience preferred.

Excellent communication skills.

Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination 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.

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