EEG Technologist
Indianapolis, Indiana
Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital

Job Opportunity: EEG Tech (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule: 3 shifts of 12 hours each, Thursday through Saturday
• Training: Must be willing to work 5 days of 8 hours during the first 1-2 weeks for training
• Patient Population: Must be comfortable working with all patient populations
• Floating: May be required to float between pediatric hospital and main hospital
• Types of Cases: Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, sEEG, Neurotelemetry, Ictal SPECT, routine EEG, Trauma, Critical Care
• Weekend Requirement: No weekend requirement
• Block Schedule: Accommodation available
• Holiday Requirement: Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays; 1 pre-approved time off per contract
• Locals Accepted: Yes

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty (Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics)
• Certifications required:

  • ABRET
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • R.EEG T (Registered EEG Technologist)
• Special skills: Collodion/glue EEG hook-up

Facility & Work Environment

• Facility Type: Short-Term Acute Care
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Charting System: Cerner

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background Checks including:

  • 7 years residence/work history verification
  • County, Statewide, National Sex Offender, FACIS Level III
  • Education Verification
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or RQI acceptable
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or RQI acceptable
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA only
  • Other certifications as applicable per unit
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (not required for Techs or RRTs)
  • Unit Competency Exam
  • Color Blind Testing (Ishihara or equivalent, 100% minimum score)
• Health Documents:

  • Physical Exam within 12 months of start
  • Fit Mask Test within 12 months (approved respirators only)
  • Immunizations and Titers:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (preferred but not required)
    • Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 1 year
    • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted
    • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
    • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted
  • Drug Testing: Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 12 months
  • Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required for flu season
• History & References:

  • Minimum 2 references from recent employment verified within 2 years
  • Current employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps
  • Skills Checklist within 12 months and annually updated
• Facility Specific Requirements:

  • Completion of facility-specific forms and orientation packets prior to start
  • Mandatory completion of required training modules before orientation (for applicable roles)
  • HIPAA Acknowledgement

Additional Notes

• First-time travelers accepted if all other requirements are met
• Prior travel experience is NOT required for this position

This position offers a dynamic work environment with exposure to a variety of neurodiagnostic cases and requires strong technical skills and certifications. Candidates must be flexible with floating between units and working holiday shifts.