Job Title: EEG Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req#: 0000184860

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department name: EEG

Job Overview:

Monitor all patients in Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Provide patient setup and technical interventions. Alert Nursing and Medical Staff of medical issues observed. Perform routine, sleep, portable, death determination, EEG recordings and procedures as assigned. Patient population includes neonates to geriatrics.

Qualifications:

Required:

Completion of an accredited/formal EEG program or ‘on the job training’ required. Neuro-anatomy course a plus. BLS Certification required. One to three years previous experience in a hospital related environment required.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Day
• Full-Time
• 37.5 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

• Assure maximum comfort for the patient and provides education necessary to ensure patient’s acceptance of the procedure.
• Complete and submits all billing and financial information on a daily basis.
• Comply with Infection Prevention policies and protocols including isolation procedures and hand washing.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and skill in performance of ambulatory EEG procedures with pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and skill in performance of cerebral death studies and sleep-deprivation studies in adult/geriatric, pediatric and infant/neonate patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and skill in performance of video EEG procedures with pediatric, adult and geriatric patients
• Demonstrate knowledge of and skill in selecting proper electrodes and montages for test ordered for all patient populations. Obtains artifact free tests. Recognizes and reports any unusual occurrences specific to adult patients to the Neurologist and RN (as appropriate).
• Demonstrate knowledge of and skill in use of EEG equipment. Capable of performing ordered procedures for adult/geriatric, pediatric, infant/neonate patients, including proper operation and safety.
• Ensure proper functioning of equipment. Performs trouble-shooting procedures for minor equipment issues.
• Prepare graphs for physician interpretation. Maintains all records, reports, log books as required.
• Provide routine cleaning of equipment after each use and ensures readiness for next patient.
• Report to work on time and prepared for duties. Provide timely, clear and accurate “hand-off” to incoming shift or upon transfer of patient.
• Schedule and performs EEG studies in accordance with department policies, procedures and standards.

Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.

• Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records.
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors.
• Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc.

Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer