The role involves learning fundamental neurodiagnostic technology skills, assisting with various studies, explaining procedures to patients, and ensuring quality test results under supervision. Responsibilities also include performing scoring, communicating patient status to physicians, adapting test methods, and maintaining equipment.
Requirements summary
A high school diploma or equivalent education/experience is required for this trainee position in the Sleep Lab. Preferred qualifications include six months of hospital experience and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Multiple Shifts Available Day (with possible call and weekend rotation) Evening (with possible call and weekend rotation)
Night (with possible call and weekend rotation)
Department:
Sleep
Lab
Compensation:
Base
Pay
Range: $16.68 - $26.31 per hour, based on experience
Shift
Differentials: Additional $2.00 per hour for evening shift Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift Additional $3.00 per hour for weekend shift
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a Neurodiagnostic Trainee to play a pivotal role in our Sleep Lab.
In this position, you will learn fundamental neurodiagnostic technology skills and assist with various studies.
The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented and dedicated to providing exceptional patient experiences.
You'll work closely under the supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist and have ample opportunities for career advancement.
Join our team and embark on a career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.
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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.
Benefits
Holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Retirement options
Paid leave
Discounts
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Explain test procedures to patients prior to the studies and provide for psychological needs while in the laboratory to obtain quality test results.
Differentiate quality of procedure and patient cooperation for interpretive analysis.
Perform scoring and long-term monitoring review, as requested.
Communicate the patient's psychological status and environmental conditions during the procedure to the physician for consideration in interpreting test results.
Adapt test methods and instrumentation 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 patient transport duties.
Meet all Patient Family Centered Care standards and patient experience goals.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months experience in a hospital setting. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
