NEURODIAGNOSTIC SPECIALIST (EMU/EEG) - UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL - MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
 MU Health Care | |
$25.32 - $39.99/hr (eligible for evening, night, and weekend shift differentials)
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dental insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
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 United States, Missouri, Columbia | |
| 1 Hospital Drive (Show on map) | |
 Oct 29, 2024 | |
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Location: Columbia, Missouri ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a Neurodiagnostic Technologist Specialist who will play a pivotal role in our Electroencephalogram and Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. The ideal candidate for this advanced position should possess two or more certifications and demonstrate expertise in specialized procedures. This role also mentors and supports the growth of Neurodiagnostic Technicians and Technologists, contributing to our commitment to excellence in patient care. If you're an experienced neurodiagnostic technologist with a passion for the field and a desire to make a meaningful difference in healthcare, we encourage you to join our team! Read the full job description here. ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region. As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in Columbia, MO. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefits here. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Explain test procedures to patients prior to the studies and provide for psychological needs while in the laboratory to obtain quality test results. Differentiate the quality of procedure and patient cooperation for interpretive analysis. Perform scoring and long-term monitoring review. Collaborate with physicians, informing them of patients' psychological status and environmental conditions during procedures for consideration in the physician's interpretation of test results. Adapt test methods and instrumentation in order to obtain optimal patient results. Clean, calibrate, and process neurophysiology equipment. Report equipment and supply needs to leadership. Recognize medically emergent situations and take appropriate actions. Complete necessary documentation and billing. Perform limited office, secretarial, and transport duties. Meet all Patient Family Centered Care standards and patient experience goals. Mentor Neurodiagnostic Technicians and Neurodiagnostic Technologists and assist leadership with new hire onboarding and training. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Five (5) years of neurodiagnostic experience. Registration in two (2) of the following:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited neurodiagnostic program. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. | |