Non-Registered EEG Technician

Non-Registered EEG TechnicianJoin Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technicians use specialized equipment and processes to monitor a patient's nervous system activity. They set up, perform, and monitor EEG tests which record the electrical activity of a patient's brain over time. EEG Technicians work under the supervision of epileptologists, neurologists, or other doctors.This is a PRN role. A caregiver in this position will work 7:00am to 11:00pm with possible weekend requirements.A caregiver who excels in this role will:Perform electroencephalographic examinations.Select predetermined electrode combinations (montages) to obtain recordings, recognize artifacts and take appropriate steps to eliminate them.Monitor on the same apparatus, other variables such as electromyograms, electrocardiograms, electro-oculograms, respiration, etc.Observe patient with video recording equipment, ensure EEG and tape are lined up exactly, and check focus, lighting and microphone.Set-up patient for continuous monitoring at the bedside with video, if indicated.Instruct nursing caregivers on pushing event button and care of videos.Abstract relevant information from the patients' clinical record and obtain additional information.Successfully obtain the American Board of Registration for Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) credentialing for a Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) within two years of hire.Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:Associate's degree in electroneurodiagnostics or a related patient care field OR two years of direct patient care experience.Technologist must successfully obtain the ABRET (American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists) credentialing for R. EEG T. (Registered EEG Technologist) within two years of hire into this position.Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross certification required.Two years direct patient care experience may substitute for the Associate's Degree requirement.Completion of an EEG Technician Trainee ProgramPhysical Requirements:Manual dexterity in order to place electrodes precisely and to operate recording equipment.Ability to push and maneuver EEG machine weighing 320 pounds and Evoked Potential machine weighing 420 pounds.Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.Requires some exposure to communicable disease or body fluids.Personal Protective Equipment:Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.