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The cost to post a job on the WiSET website is $50. The job posting will be listed for one year or when the employer asks for the posting to be removed, whichever occurs first . Each employment posting is limited to 800 characters. ____________________________________________ Employment Opportunities ____________________________________________ Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Specialist (IOMN) posted 1/21/19
Company: SSM Health System Location: SSM Health St. Mary's Hosptial Madison, WI Apply online: http://www.ssmhealthcareers.com Requisition # 18011101 Contact email: Abby.Afolabi@ssmhealth.com
I. Position Summary: Experienced Neurodiagnostic Technologist to work in a multi-disciplinary department to perform IONM(55%), ICU(15%), LTM(15%), EEG(10%) and Administrative(5%) on patients ranging in age from neonates to geriatrics. Tests to be performed: Intraoperative Neuromonitoring [IONM] for Craniotomies, Spine and, ENT surgeries using modalities EEG (Electroencephalogram), Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SEP), Motor Evoked Potentials (MEP), Spontaneous Electromyogram (sEMG), Triggered Electromyogram (tEMG) Brainstem Auditory Evoked Responses (BAER), Cranial Nerve, Facial Nerve, Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve monitoring (RLN), Motor Mapping, Pedicle Screw testing, Carotid Endarterectomies (CEA/TCAR), GRID placement and Electrocorticography (EcOG).) Evoked Potentials [EP] to include SEP, MEP, BAER and Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP). Diagnostic -Specialized EEG – WADA, GRID. Intensive Care Monitoring (ICU) using Continuous Video EEG (vEEG). Long Term Monitoring (LTM) using Continuous Video EEG (vEEG). Electroencephalogram [EEG], using digital and Video EEG(vEEG).
II. Position Requirements: EDUCATION: Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) Program, or a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is desired. CERTIFICATION: An IONM Specialist must have the following in addition to being BLS certified: Certification in Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (CNIM*) credential. Would conditionally consider experienced but noncertified candidates with the stipulation that they must become certified by ABRET to receive the CNIM credential within two years of hire or face disciplinary action up to termination. Must hold R. EEG T. credential and extra consideration for R. EP T. credential. Credentials in Neurodiagnostic from other nations may also be considered as fulfillment of the registry requirements. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Neurodiagnostic which includes at least 1 year in IONM.
III: Principle Duties, Responsibilities and/or Essential Functions Preoperatively: IONM Specialist reviews planned intraoperative procedure and orders for monitoring to determine the structures at risk relative to patient history/pre-existing conditions and monitoring requested; makes needed adjustments in monitoring by communicating with correct personnel while maintaining patient confidentiality according to facility policy and procedures; communicates with needed departments to obtain access and scheduling of patient according to facility policy and procedures; prepares equipment and supplies for required monitoring of patient according to facility policy and procedures; identifies correct patient by name, ordering surgeon, and type of procedure to be performed and communicates the monitoring plan to the patient/caregivers/family in language consistent with their ability to understand; measures and marks correct recording and stimulation sites and applies electrodes according to facility policy and procedures. Intraoperatively: IONM Specialist positions monitoring equipment in the operating room to ensure patient electrical safety and communicates with team members including anesthesia, surgeon, and nursing staff according to facility policy and procedures; communications directly with anesthesia team and surgeon to enhance monitoring results; discusses with surgeon baseline recordings according to facility policy and procedures; makes any needed adjustments in monitoring according to facility policy and procedures; monitors neurophysiologic central/peripheral functioning throughout the operative procedure communicating with surgeon, neurophysiologist, anesthesia team, and nursing staff as necessary according to facility policy and procedures; recognizes clinically significant events and follows facility policy and procedures regarding critical test results**; documents in surgery log throughout the monitoring process all relative communications/responses, physiological status, anesthetic adjustments, and changes in verbal responses according to facility policy and procedures; discontinues monitoring and removes all monitoring and stimulation electrodes checking sites for pre-monitoring status according to facility policy and procedures. Post-operatively: The IONM Specialist provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedure; cleans/disinfects electrodes and equipment according to facility policy and procedures; restocks equipment and electrode supplies; prints needed documents including waveforms, Neuromonitoring specialist report, and surgery log to be dictated by interpreting personnel according to facility policy and procedures; charges and logs patient according to facility policy and procedures. Detailed competency criteria: National Competency Skill Standards for Performing Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring published by ASET – The Neurodiagnostic Society.
Contact: Denise Kujawa Phone: 262-928-2917 Email: denise.kujawa@phci.org Company: ProHealth Care - Waukesha Memorial Hospital Location: Waukesha, WI
ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas for the past century, providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. Learn more at ProHealthCare.org
Coordinator Neurodiagnostic (54483)
Full-Time with Benefits, Days with E/O weekend call 8-noon with on-call requirements as needed
Performs prescribed neurodiagnostic testing procedures for patients of all ages (both inpatient and outpatient). Provides performance improvement and quality monitoring of neurodiagnostic testing and maintains quality standards for the department; plus education and training for new & current dept staff members.
Requirements: -High School Diploma / GED -Registered Electrodiagnostic Technician or Registered Polysomnography Technician within one year of employment -Minimum Technical Experience 4-6 Years -Minimum Leadership Experience 0-2 Years -BLS (CPR)
For complete details and to apply please click on the following link, then click “Search and Apply for Job Opportunities” and search by the position title or Requisition # 54483 http://www.prohealthcare.org/careers.aspx
_____________________________________________________ Theda Care (Req#: 17-01072 prev posting fee exp 8/2//2018)
Req#18-00210 posted 5/18/2018 Position: Neurodiagnostic Technologist - PRN or On-Call only Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton/Neenah
Job Description: Why ThedaCare? A respectful yet challenging work environment, supportive colleagues, inviting communities, and the great feeling that comes with making a difference in other people's lives. These are just a few of the reasons to choose ThedaCare as the home for your career. We're looking for team members that are courageous, love their work, have a thirst for learning, and most important, put the customer first.
Position Summary: This is a flexible PRN position where the ideal candidate would work either on-call only for IONM and EEG every 6th weekend OR work PRN and pick up additional 8-10 hour shifts during the week performing EEG, EMG and/or IONM.
Performs intraoperative monitoring procedures, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties for routine single and multi-modality IOM. Performs tests and clinical interventions in areas of EEG, EMG and EP monitoring in 24 hour hospital setting. Assist physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and disorders of the brain and central nervous system through the provision of neurodiagnostic testing. Recognizes artifact and documents, eliminates, or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact. Explain testing procedures to patients, answering questions or reassuring patients as needed. Maintains and troubleshooting multiple neurodiagnostic testing equipment. Coordinates and prioritizes scheduling of both inpatient and outpatient procedures while ensuring proper document flow and storage according to established departmental guidelines. Assists in the instruction and hands-on technical training of neurodiagnostic techs on the principles of neurodiagnostic procedures and equipment operation. Assures the completion of all patient testing procedures coordinating the inpatient demand with outpatient schedule within established time frames, as observed by supervision.
Department details: Benefits Eligible: no Holiday Rotation: yes Hours per pay period: variable/As needed Call Frequency: every 6th week Expected Schedule: To be determined based on ideal candidate Travel Requirement: between Appleton and Neenah hospitals Weekend Schedule: none - only on call Location Address: 130 Second Street, Neenah and 1818 N Meade Street, Appleton
Job Qualifications: - Education Required: Graduate from an accredited Neurodiagnostics program Licensure Required: CNIM if on call for the IONM, R. EEG T. If on call for EEG or cEEG Experience Required: 1 year Preferred: 1-3 years Additional Skills: 1. Knowledge of windows based systems 2. Basic computer knowledge 3. Excellent Interpersonal communication skills
17-01810 Position: Neurodiagnostic Technologist III (Senior) Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton/Neenah
Job Description: Why ThedaCare? A respectful yet challenging work environment, supportive colleagues, inviting communities, and the great feeling that comes with making a difference in other people's lives. These are just a few of the reasons to choose ThedaCare as the home for your career. We're looking for team members that are courageous, love their work, have a thirst for learning, and most important, put the customer first.
Position Summary: The Neurodiagnostic Technologist III independently perform special or complex electroneurodiagnostic procedures in accordance with technical standards set forth by the American Society of Neurodiagnostic Technologies (ASET) including: intraoperative monitoring (IOM), electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and evoked potential (EP). Responsible for collecting and analyzing data. Performs technical interpretation of data and relates findings to physicians and/or neurophysiologist. Trains technologists and other team members as needed. Is seen as an expert in neurodiagnostics and is a resource to others. May participate in clinical investigative or research activities. Participates in continuous improvement activities. The Neurodiagnostic Technologist III is required to maintain and improve his/her level of clinical and technical knowledge across all disciplines of the diagnostic.
Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Performs intraoperative monitoring procedures, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties for routine single and multi-modality IOM. Performs tests and clinical interventions in areas of EEG, EMG and EP monitoring in 24 hour hospital setting. Assist physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and disorders of the brain and central nervous system through the provision of neurodiagnostic testing. Recognizes artifact and documents, eliminates, or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact. Explain testing procedures to patients, answering questions or reassuring patients as needed. Maintains and troubleshooting multiple neurodiagnostic testing equipment. Coordinates and prioritizes scheduling of both inpatient and outpatient procedures while ensuring proper document flow and storage according to established departmental guidelines. Assists in the instruction and hands-on technical training of neurodiagnostic techs on the principles of neurodiagnostic procedures and equipment operation. Assures the completion of all patient testing procedures coordinating the inpatient demand with outpatient schedule within established time frames, as observed by supervision.
Additional Responsibilities: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Other activities, duties or responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Department/Unit details: Benefits Eligible: Yes Holiday Rotation: Yes Number of Biweekly hours: 40 Call Rotation: yes - every 5-6 weeks EEG/ IOM Shift Time: 6am-6pm ( 8-10 hr shifts) Shift Length: 8 / 10hours Expected Schedule: M-F 1.0 FTE Travel Requirements: occasional between TCN and TCA Weekend Schedule: only when on call Home Location: TCA Job Qualifications: Education Required: Associate Degree in ElectroNeuroDiagnostic Technology Licensure Required: R. EEG T. within one year of employment Preferred: R. EP T. within 3 years of employment, CNIM within 5 years of employment Experience Required: 2-5 years of ElectroNeuroDiagnostic Technology experience (ENDT)
Additional Skills: Understanding the waveforms and their generators that the equipment is displaying Understanding Neuroanatomy and be able to apply clinical Neurodiagnostic exams to assess neurological issues. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). The ability to work independently. The ability to work under pressure in stressful situations
_________________________________________________ Children's Hospital of WI
posted 7/24/17
Contact: Kathryn Conforti Phone: 414-266-2746 Email: kconforti@chw.org Location: Children's Hospital of WI P.O. Box 1997, Milwaukee WI, 53226
Position: Neurophysiology Tech Intern Please apply online at http://www.chw.org/careers
Job Description: Under supervision, performs a variety of neurodiagnostic procedures to evoke, record, and study electrical physiological brain activities for use in diagnosing neurological disorders. Demonstrates competency and functions independently utilizing appropriate judgment in in-patient and outpatient settings.
Current enrollment in good standing in an END Program required. CAAHEP-accredited preferred. Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with parents, physicians, and other department personnel and coworkers in order to ensure quality patient care and present positive department and inter-department cooperation. Demonstrates an understanding of the underlying principles of the physiologic neurodiagnostic measurements and has the analytical skills necessary to recognize technical problems with equipment and respond accordingly.
Must be able to work independently and demonstrate effective time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours to include all shifts, weekends and holidays to meet patient and departmental needs.
Ability to stand, walk or sit for long periods of time. Ability to push or pull equipment up to 170 lbs. Ability to lift equipment/supplies up to 25 lbs. Ability to lift and move neonatal through adult patient populations. Ability to assemble complex equipment and perform fine motor skills.
Lead EEG Neurodiagnostic Technologist Neurotech, LLC
Contact: Chris Cooper Phone: 262-754-0898 Email: ccooper@neurotecheeg.com Location: Waukesha, WI
Schedule: Full-time. Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Additional hours and occasional weekends as necessary. Credentials required: R. EEG T. Experience: Previous roles leading and training other technologists. Minimum of 2 years performing 10-20 EEG hookups . Duties include, but are not limited to: EEG Tech Duties: * Checking calendar and e-mail account daily. * Driving to patient homes or physician offices to conduct EEG studies. * Conducting EEG hookups using 10/20 system. * Conducting EEG hookups at patient's residence. * Taking an accurate and detailed patient history. * Cleaning and sterilizing EEG equipment. * Being available to do hookups in Wisconsin, as needed. * Clipping and scanning EEG studies. * Remotely monitoring patients to verify quality of EEG. * Troubleshooting equipment or patient issues, as necessary.
Additional Lead EEG Tech Duties: * Point person for all Wisconsin EEG Tech questions, issues, concerns, and needs. * Lead all EEG techs (set up and remote monitoring techs) and students working out of the Waukesha, WI office. * Troubleshoot any issues with all staff, vendors, and physicians. * Fixing and or re-archiving corrupt files. * Assisting physicians with website login and Persyst issues. * Working with equipment and software vendors to investigate and correct technical issues. * Assisting EEG techs with technical issues arising during remote monitoring or EEG setups. * Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and adherence to infection control policies at our Waukesha, WI office. * Coordinate with IT Manager and Administrative Assistants regarding. equipment availability and/or shipping equipment to other regions. * Provide insight and ideas on how to improve staff morale, quality control, education and customer service, communication between all EEG Techs and departments within Neurotech. * Will know how to perform all EEG/EP services that Neurotech provides, and provide training to other techs. * Train all Waukesha, WI EEG technologist staff: set up and remote monitoring techs on company standards and how we do things. Ensure all techs are following proper procedures with setups, monitoring, and scanning. * Train students and other techs; responsible for their development. Notifies Director of EEG Services if a tech is incompetent or unqualified to perform certain functions. * Conduct peer-to-peer evaluations quarterly, whereby you will go with techs on hookups and verify all procedures are being done according to protocols. * Complete assignments assigned by Director of EEG Services. * Regularly communicate with Director of EEG Services regarding performance of WI EEG Techs on issues encountered and solutions to problems.
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 (based on experience) Full Time Benefits include: * 401k Plan with partial company match * Eligible for Health, Dental and Vision insurance * 100% Company paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance * Cell phone reimbursement up to $50 per month * Paid Time Off (PTO) posted 9/26/16 --------------------------------------------------------------- Neurological Monitoring Associates, LLC (NMA)
Neurological Monitoring Associates™, LLC (NMA) is looking for a qualified Neurodiagnostic Technologist to join our growing team!
The right candidate will practice in a challenging and fast-paced model, where IONM practitioner contributions in the Operating Room are appreciated for the value they bring. This role requires frequent travel, but over a small geographic area, to support various hospitals within Eastern Wisconsin.
Education and Certification Requirements: • CNIM certification by ABRET. • Graduation from an accredited electroneurodiagnostic education (NDT) program. • Associate’s degree in NDT. Bachelor’s degree preferred. • CPR certified.
Experience Preferences ---Significant experience in surgical monitoring and mapping across a broad variety of cases including: basic and advanced spine, intracranial, skull based, ENT, peripheral nerve, and vascular procedures. ---Preference will be given to those candidates with multiple NDT credentials (EEG, EP, etc in addition to their CNIM. ---Experience using a variety of IONM instrument platforms and working with remote supervision is a plus.
Benefits Include: • Paid time off • Generous continuing education • Disability coverage • This position offers significant opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly evolving healthcare practice.
Who We Are: NMA is the leading provider of surgical neurophysiology services in the state of Wisconsin. Patient-centered focus and team-forward culture define who we are. Our team includes technologists, neurophysiologists, and a dedicated administrative team.
Contact: Dr Lisa Miller (414)351-6666 posted 8/23/16 ------------------------------------------------------------------- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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