Job Summary

The University of Illinois UI Health Neurology department is seeking a (EEG) Electroencephalographic Specialist. This position provides key technologic leadership for the Department of Encephalography.  Under general supervision from higher level personnel, instructs lower level staff in techniques used in EEG and performs complex technical duties. Recognized by staff for expert level knowledge of technologic procedures, equipment, and support systems.  Communicates appropriately with attending and referring physicians, residents, patients and support staff to accomplish a variety of related tasks.  Performs all tasks consistent with the principals of sound ethical behavior and judgment, maintains confidentiality concerning patient issues.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Under general supervision from higher level personnel, instructs lower level staff in techniques used in electroencephalography.
• Instructs and demonstrates for lower level technicians and trainees the methods and techniques to be used in performing EEG examinations.
• Performs routine EEG procedures and independently determines if localization studies and needed.
• Participates in complex studies including WADA tests and BOT.
• Completes maintenance requisitions in cases of EEG equipment malfunction.
• Answers inquiries from outside hospitals or clinics regarding EEG procedures.
• Communicates with staff and patients regarding preliminary reports, instructions and appointments.
• Adheres and complies with all regulatory authorities, including, but not limited to JCAHO, IDPH, and OSHA.
• Contributes to monthly budget with higher level personnel.
• Interacts with external peer organization, vendors, clients and service organizations.
• Attends Departmental meetings.
• Facilitates Departmental QI projects with higher level personnel.
• Performs duties at lower level.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

  
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Required 

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Successful completion of an accredited training program in electroencephalographic techniques
• Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three (3) years (36 months), from the categories below:
  • Clinical EEG work experience performing duties comparable to those listed at the lower level of this series
  • EEG registry exam certified - American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potentials Technologist (ABRET)

     *Note: A Bachelor's Degree or higher in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of experience.

                              CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

• Ability to supervise the work of EEG trainees
• Ability to instruct EEG Technicians and trainees
• Ability to perform difficult technical procedures

To Apply: For fullest consideration, please fully complete an online application by clicking the Apply for Position button below.

Fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections.

You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the document section of your online application.

All civil service positions require an exam.  The exam for this position is a Credentials Assessment.  You will not be required to report in person for this exam.

Credential Assessment Exam Scoring Information:

You will not be required to report in person for this exam. The updated online application and all uploaded, relevant documents, such as a resume, college transcript, certifications and licensures will be used in the calculation of the exam score. These documents should be uploaded prior to the position close date. 

When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any Civil Service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e. resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.

For additional information regarding this position please contact twilbon@uic.edu

If an application is not fully completed and submitted by the close date, the applicant/employee will not be considered for this position.

For fullest consideration, the above mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than May 17, 2022. 

We appreciate your interest in employment at the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date. 

University of Illinois faculty, staff and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.

For classifications that require a degree as part of the minimum qualifications, a degree verification will be required before any offers of employment are extended.