Technician EEG II - Full - time - Cornell Campus

EEG Technician II

The Epilepsy Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center is a Level 4 Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, a prestigious designation by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers and the highest rank attainable. Our center offers the latest cutting-edge treatment for both adults and children.

NewYork-Presbyterian has a distinguished history of transformative innovation. Founded in 1909, our Neurological Institute was the first in North America. Now, we're seeking a highly skilled Technologist to be an integral part of our team. Under the supervision of the Neurophysiology management team, performs connections using collodion (adhesive) for all the Continuous Electroencephalogram (CEEG) and Epilepsy Monitoring unit phase I studies (EMU) and conducts long-term monitoring of EEG signals with scalp (CEEG) and EMU phase II studies with depth and cortical electrodes. As well as performing and setting up connections for intraoperative studies (ICM and sEEG) for all age groups, including neonates. Conducts long-term and real-time monitoring of EEG signals with scalp, depth, or cortical electrodes on inpatient floors and surgical/interventional suites as directed. May also perform Ambulatory Electroencephalogram (AEEG), routine inpatient and outpatient Electroencephalograph (REEG), and Polysomnogram (Sleep) as well as related Clinical Neurophysiology recordings in assigned Clinical areas as directed. Must possess advanced knowledge of electroencephalogram patterns, abnormalities, seizure patterns, cEEG artifacts, and troubleshooting skills.

Understanding and executing complex data management skills for medical record retention and storage server maintenance. Assist in teaching and training EEG technologist I. They perform all these studies, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures, and serve as a resource to physicians and other technologists. This role works in a variety of patient settings including inpatient, outpatient, and intraoperative settings. This is a technical position with no supervisory responsibilities.

Our Epilepsy Center provides a multidisciplinary approach to the complex medical and social needs of patients with seizures. It is certified by the NYDOH to carry out long-term video-EEG monitoring and Epilepsy surgery for patients with intractable epilepsy. An opportunity to see a full range of complex cases in adults and pediatrics at a prestigious academic hospital.

This position is full-time, shift: Tuesday to Saturday rotating 1p-9p and 3p-11p with at least 5+ rotating holidays.

Preferred Criteria:

• Ability to work in all inpatient care settings (general, ICU, and emergency departments).
• Proficient in data management including pruning, merging and medical records protocols preferred.
• Rotating holidays at least 5+ yearly.

Required Criteria:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or graduation from an accredited Electroneurodiagnostic technology training program (CAAHEP Accredited) OR graduation from an American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) approved Electroneurodiagnostic (END) training program.
• BLS Certification.
• American Board of Registered Electroneurodiagnostic Technologists (ABRET) registry eligible.
• Minimum of 5+ years of EEG technician experience post internship and demonstrated ability to meet department competencies.
• Must possess an advanced knowledge of normal and abnormal EEG patterns and a working knowledge of abnormalities in diagnostic EEG and Epilepsy monitoring studies.
• Knowledge of applicable computer operating systems and software (MS Office and Natus XLTEK).
• Perform these studies on patients of all age groups, including neonates (Collodion).

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Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

Salary Range: $46.00-$62.35/Hourly

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.