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Neurodiagnostic Tech I

Lurie Children's Hospital · Schaumburg, IL · $26.25–$42.92 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed a technical problem with a recording and fixed it before data was lost.

What they are checking: Whether they catch and correct recording issues in real time.

As PRN, you'll come in less often. How do you stay current on unit procedures?

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership of staying up to date when not working regularly.

What would you do

How do you apply EEG electrodes on a scared toddler who won't sit still?

What they are checking: Whether they can adapt technique and calm young children while still getting a good recording.

A parent asks you if the EEG shows anything wrong. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they stay within their scope and refer interpretation to the physician kindly.

About the work

This PRN role supports the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at night. What do you watch for during a long-term EEG overnight?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to monitor for events, artifacts and patient safety on an overnight EMU shift.

You see what looks like a seizure on the monitor. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Whether they follow seizure response protocol, keep the patient safe and alert the right people.

How do you tell artifact from real brain activity on an EEG?

What they are checking: Whether they can recognize common artifacts like muscle, movement and electrical interference.

What procedures within the ASET scope of practice are you competent in now?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about their level, since this role performs procedures according to competence.

How do you keep the electrode sites from causing skin breakdown in a child on monitoring for several days?

What they are checking: Whether they care about skin integrity during long-term monitoring of children.

How do you document events and patient behavior during monitoring?

What they are checking: Whether their notes help the epileptologist interpret the recording accurately.

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The full job description

As published by Lurie Children's Hospital.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Day (United States of America) Location Outpatient Center in Schaumburg Job Description General Summary: The Neurodiagnostic Tech I is an entry to mid-level position in the Epilepsy Center/Clinical Neurophysiology. This position performs neurodiagnostic testing procedures within the Neurodiagnostic Scope of Practice as set by ASET-The Neurodiagnostic Society. Procedures will be performed according to their competence. Neurodiagnostic procedures include but are not limited to: EEG, Evoked Potentials, Nerve Conduction Studies, Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring in the operating room, Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring, and Intensive Care Unit Continuous EEG Monitoring. This is a technical position with no supervisory responsibilities but may be responsible for assisting with orientation of new technologists. Essential Job Functions: • Obtains physiologic data from the central and peripheral nervous system; analyzes and reports the results in a manner consistent with internal competencies, credentialing, and scope of practice. • Recognizes and corrects physiologic and non-physiologic artifacts as appropriate. Calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment. Selects amplifier settings, obtains quality data, and analyzes data during recordings. • Provides anticipatory guidance to patients/families for preparations to be made for their test. Explains test procedures to patients/families using age appropriate guidelines. May assist with the necessary activities for scheduling patients for tests. • Prepares reports, maintains logs, records test results, performs record keeping for EPIC charges and database maintenance. Orders supplies and reviews inventory of the department. • Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to neurodiagnostic practices as required for their role. • Reviews, annotates, clips, and archives neurodiagnostic recordings. • Keeps up to date in information and knowledge in neurodiagnostics, equipment, computers and mandatory yearly education. • Demonstrates ability to apply knowledge to different testing situations within neurodiagnostics. • Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals. • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. • Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • High school diploma required. Two years of college or equivalent preferred, or 1-2 years experience performing EEG is preferred. • Neurodiagnostic program graduate or completion of ASET EEG Curriculum required. • Registration preferred in EEG (R. EEG T.) or Registration in Evoked Potentials (R. EP T.) by ABRET: Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation or Registered Nerve Conduction Study Technologist (R. NCS. T.) by AAET American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists. • Basic Life Support Certification required. • Ability to move machines and patients weighing in excess of 25 pounds. • Ability to effectively communicate with hospital staff and departments. Education High School Diploma/GED (Required) (BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Pay Range $26.25-$42.92 Hourly At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage • Tuition assistance • Student loan servicing and support • Adoption benefits • Backup Childcare and Eldercare • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members • Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities • Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org AI Notice Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes. For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org

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