EEG Technician

IONM Specialist I Department: PCH-MAIN | Neuro Diagnostics Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon-Fri, (Days Vary), Days, 6:30am-7pm Category: Radiology/Imaging Svcs Posting #: 1050342 Employee Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist I is a mid-level position for intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM). The IONM Specialist I performs IONM procedures appropriate to their competence, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties. Strong, well-developed communication skills, and teamwork are essential for this position. During IONM procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the IONM Specialist I trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the IONM Specialist I works under indirect technical supervision. Position Duties Performs intraoperative procedures including, but not limited to, somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEP), brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP), Triggered and free run electromyography and cranial nerve monitoring, trans-cranial motor evoked potentials (TcMEP), electrocorticography and electroencephalography. Performs Neurodiagnostic procedures including, but not limited to, electroencephalography, evoked potentials, and long‑term video EEG. Maintains continuing education and competencies. Participates in tutoring, demonstrating, and mentoring other Neurodiagnostic staff members and Neurodiagnostic students. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values Mission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families Vision Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by: Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well‑being of children and families Values We place children and families at the center of all we do We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable Position Qualifications Education A credential in electroencephalography (R. EEG T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) and/or a credential in Evoked Potentials (R. EP T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) or a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. (Credentials in neurodiagnostics from other nations may also be considered as fulfillment of the registry requirements) Required Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university. Preferred Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Two (2) or more years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field which includes 1 year experience in IONM. Required Pediatric Experience. Preferred Pediatric Experience. Special Skills Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge. Required CNIM board eligible Preferred Experience in IONM and clinical EEG Preferred Experience in IONM and clinical EEG Additional Requirements BLS within 30 days of hire Required Certification in Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) Preferred Electro Evoked Tech - Preferred Basic Life Support OR BLS within 30 days of start - Required Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr