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EEG Technician Per Diem DaysReq #:0000088408Category:EKG/EEG TechnicianStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Jersey City Medical CenterLocation:Eeg, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302You are in demand everywherebut it pays to come here!If you want to work in a premier hospital that wins awards, nurtures people, and tirelessly strives to advance care, you ll find your match atJersey City Medical Center. Our not-for-profit hospital, a proud member ofRWJBarnabasHealth, has been honored time and again for our strides in patient care and safety, and as the regional leader in specialties like cardiology, stroke, and trauma care.As our status and patient volume continue to grow, we are adding talent to our organizationAmong our many accolades, we have been designated8timesthe only A-Rated for Safety Hospital, awardedMagnet Recognitionfor superior nursing, named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally). Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.Job DescriptionMonitor 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.Additional RequirementsCompletion of an accredited/formal EEG program or on the job training required. Neuro-anatomy course a plus. One to three years previous experience in a hospital related environment required. BLS Certification required. Must move EEG equipment through Hospital corridors and in patient rooms. 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.We are committed to High Reliability and consistent demonstration of our Safety Together behaviors and tools:S - Speak up for SafetyA - Accurately communicateF - Focus on the taskE - Exercise and accept a questioning attitudeT - Thoughtfully interactY - You and Me TogetherRWJBarnabas Health offers excellent-provided benefits which include: competitive compensation, comprehensive medical/dental benefits, 403 (B) savings plan, Flexible Spending Plans, PTO program, tuition reimbursement and so much more.Equal Employment OpportunityRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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