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Stratus
EEG Patient Tech-(50% Travel) - Des Moines, IA
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An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.
$72,925 / year median in the U.S.
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description- EEG Technician (50% Travel) Stratus is the nation's leading healthcare provider of electroencephalography (EEG) services and solutions. The company offers in-home video EEG and monitoring services as well as technology and proprietary software solutions to help neurologists accurately and quickly diagnose their patients with epilepsy and other seizure-like disorders. Stratus also provides remote cardiac testing to support the diagnostic testing needs of the neurology community. Additionally, the company's research & development division holds the world's largest database of de-identified EEG recordings and is applying machine learning to improve the overall quality and efficiency of EEG testing. What is an EEG you might ask? EEGs are necessary tests where electrodes (with wires to connect to a small portable device) are placed on your head and record brainwave activity. The results of the test, along with the corresponding video, help doctors identify what is happening physically and electrically. These non-invasive tests are key to helping patients receive proper diagnosis and treatment. As a Travel EEG Set-Up Technician, you must be adventurous, friendly, and able to put a smile on anyone's face. You will enter patient homes with confidence and compassion to provide exceptional service for your patients! Your technical ability must extend beyond finding the power button on a computer. You must be able to drive long distances (up to 4hrs 15 minutes one way) and enjoy patient-facing care. Transport equipment & supplies. Attach electrodes to the patient's head so the patient's physician can read their study: Daily driving consists of up to 80% of your day and the remaining 20% is patient prep and care. This means you may cross state lines on a regular basis Maintain patient confidentiality with HIPAA regulations Organize proper patient paperwork from conducted EEG studies Out-of-state travel availability is a plus Valid U.S. Driver's License with proof of automobile insurance and clean driving record CPR/BLS Certification 1+ years related medical experience You must be able and willing to push, pull, lift, carry, and move up to 50lbs; sit, stand, and drive for extended periods of time; frequent kneeling, stooping, bending, and crawling; frequent use of fingers and hands; reaching with hands and arms above and below shoulder height; frequent patient interaction; speaking and listening Entering others' homes can be a bit distracting or unexpected, so please always be respectful and professional Shall an emergency arise, handle it with the confidence