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+ Area of Interest: Allied Health

+ FTE/Hours per pay period: .01

+ Department: EEG- Meth

+ Shift: As Needed

+ Job ID: 160705

OverviewPerforms Non-invasive neurological patient testing as ordered by physicians. Testing is conducted in accordance with standards of practice as defined by Unity Point Health Des Moines and the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society. Consistently utilizing a holistic approach (considering physical, psycho/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria) appropriate for pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients served in the assigned service area. Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

+ Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

+ Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

+ Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Key Accountability

+ Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.

+ Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other’s views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests.

+ Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately .

+ Investigates customer concerns and refers to appropriate staff member.

+ Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.

+ Communicates effectively with physicians, patients, families, nursing staff and other Health System personnel.

+ Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of the leadership, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

+ Functions within the scope of practice of the American Board of Registry for Electro neurodiagnostic Technology.

+ 30 CEUs per 5 years to maintain registry.

Key Accountability

+ Performs Non-invasive neurodiagnostic studies (EEG’s, ENG’s, EMG’s , and NCS’s).

+ Calibrates and adjusts diagnostic equipment; sterilize/chloride electrodes; maintains levels of supplies; prepares room and cleans rooms following procedures.

+ Compile data for QA studies and statistics; properly stores and retrieves tracings as needed; prepares month end reports; process requisitions and patient charges .

+ Assists with clerical duties in the department i.e. telephone coverage, filing, photocopying, inventory control and ordering of supplies .

+ Recognizes isolation situations and takes appropriate precautions per current hospital policy.

+ Cleans with approved cleaning agent, stocks equipment and outpatient exam area.

+ Participates in on-call duties as assigned .

+ Attends department meetings, hospital in-services and education offerings to maintain clinical expertise .

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education :

+ High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ Registered EEG Technologist

+ Comply with all netlearning , classes, and certifications required for the job.

+ BA/ BS

+ Registered Evoked Potential Technologist

Experience:

+ 1-year clinical experience in a Neurodiagnostic .

License(s)/Certification(s):

+ Current REEGT- Registered EEG Technologist

+ Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :

+ Read, Write and Speak fluent English.

+ Multicultural and Diversity sensitivity.

+ Microsoft Office – basic computer skills.

+ Customer/ Patient focused.

+ Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions.