Epilepsy Monitoring Unit Specialist
Core
Performs Phase I and Phase II EEG monitoring, patient preparation, and data analysis for epilepsy patients in a hospital setting.
Role type
Senior Neurophysiology Technologist (Epilepsy Monitoring Unit)
Builds
Clinical EEG data and patient safety protocols for epilepsy diagnosis and treatment
Domain
Healthcare / Neurophysiology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
EEG monitoring (Phase I/II), patient safety during seizures, equipment troubleshooting, MRI compatibility protocols, invasive electrode management, data archiving, mentoring junior staff
Preferred skills
ABRET R.EEGT credential, ACNS ICU terminology, charge tech experience
Technologies
Natus equipment, MS Excel, MRI compatible OR suites
Responsibilities
Monitor patients during Phase I (scalp) and Phase II (intracranial) evaluations; Recognize clinically significant EEG patterns and correlate with seizure activity; Assist in patient preparation for Wada testing, PET, and Cortical Stimulation; Connect and analyze data from minimally invasive Foramen Ovale electrodes; Maintain and troubleshoot EEG equipment; Mentor junior Neurophysiology Technologists
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship duties