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20At Gundersen Health System, we strive to provide the best possible care to our patients. We are looking for people who want to change the world of healthcare. Are you ready to be a part of the mission?
Currently hiring a skilled Neurodiagnostic Technician - EMG to touch the lives of patients. This is a part time position that will offer the ability to learn and grow while working for game-changing organization.
Your dream career path is calling....are you ready to take the next step in your personal and professional journey? Apply today.
What you will get:
Support to grow in your career with access to our Career Development Center and Tuition Investment ProgramTop-rated retirement plan and healthcare benefitsDepartmental leadership that supports you as you do your best work.Work/Life balance to love what you do and where you live.What's Available:
. 5 FTE (20 hours/week)Monday - Friday6:30am to 5pm, 8 hour or 10 hour shiftsNo call, weekends or holidays required!What you will do:
Perform and/or assist physician with EEG, EP, NCS, and/or EMG procedures ensuring accurate and efficient neurodiagnostic evaluation.Provides patient education and overall support/comfort during testing procedures.Provide excellent communication and care to patientsWhat you need:
Post High School education in a specialized field: Graduate of an Electroneurodiagnostic or Polysomnographic program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (REEGT) within 2.5 years of hire date or Registered Electrodiagnostic Technologist (REDT) within 2.5 years of hire date or Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) within 2.5 years of hire dateBLS for healthcare workersGundersen Health System is healthcare for neighbors, by neighbors. While we call La Crosse home, our system has 7 hospitals and 65 clinics in neighboring communities. Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care combined with the right amount of love. We call it Love + Medicine and it’s who we are.
Job Description:The Neurodiagnostic Technician prepares patients and may perform one or more of the following neurodiagnostic studies as ordered by a physician: Electroencephalograms (EEG's), Evoked Potentials (EP), Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), and assist the physician with Electromyograms (EMG).
Major Responsibilities:
1. Perform and/or assist physician with EEG, EP, NCS, and/or EMG procedures ensuring accurate and efficient neurodiagnostic evaluation.
2. Obtain a thorough patient history.
3. Provides patient education and overall support/comfort during testing procedures.
4. Responsible for outreach coverage as needed by the department representing GundersenHealth system in respectful, efficient manner.
5. Works with multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate services,provide consultation/education, and generate/print accurate reports for the physicians.
6. Responsible for knowledge and application of skills related to pattern recognition, various medical and pharmacological conditions, and electrical safety.
7. Responsible for maintaining accurate department documentation.
8. Responsible for archiving patient testing and maintaining accurate documentation of archived material and patient schedules.
9. Responsible for achieving and maintaining competency of the departmental American Board of Registered Electroencephalogram and Evoked Potential Technologist (ABRET) accreditation education standard and any mandated organizational employee education.
10. Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.
11. Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.
12. Ensures patient safety.
13. Other duties, as assigned.
Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Post High School education in a specialized field: Graduate of an Electroneurodiagnostic or Polysomnographic program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Work Experience:
DESIRED
6 months experience as an Electroneurodiagnostic Technician or Electrodiagnostic Technician.
License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (REEGT) within 2.5 years of hire date or Registered Electrodiagnostic Technologist (REDT) within 2.5 years of hire date or Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (CNCT) within 2.5 years of hire date
Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)
OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.
Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.
Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Push/Pull (Static Force) Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267
Equal Opportunity Employer