Is this a familiar scenario? You dream of working from home and love reviewing and monitoring EEG. A remote EEG monitoring position seems like the perfect fit, but after applying to half a dozen companies and hearing nothing back, you feel discouraged and ask yourself, “What am I missing?” If so, this article is for you.
For this issue of Career Catalyst, we talked to Vice President of EEG Services for Intranerve Neuroscience Cheryll Poissant about essential requirements and qualifications for remote monitoring technologists.
How would you describe the ideal candidate for a remote monitoring position?
The ideal candidate for remote EEG monitoring would have the R. EEG T. registry (CLTM preferred) and a minimum of three years of experience, with special attention to EMU and long-term cEEG monitoring in an ICU/CCU environment.
What are some common reasons an applicant might not be called back for a remote position?
We perform a knowledge assessment for every candidate that meets minimum requirements. This includes ACNS guidelines as well as waveform identification.
What are some essential lifestyle and work environment factors that technologists should consider when thinking about transitioning to working from home?
It’s critical to have a dedicated space to do this work—away from family and friends—a quiet area that is HIPAA compliant and where you will not be disturbed while monitoring. Some find it valuable to keep a small refrigerator in the workspace for drinks and snacks. One big plus to remote work is that you do not have to consider commute time, and you can work in comfy clothing—no need to iron a uniform for work!
What is required for remote technologists to have a HIPAA-compliant workspace?
Remote technologists need a specific area that is separate from the main part of the house and a computer that is dedicated to this work and not accessible to others (ever). Consider the potential invasion of privacy for the patients you are monitoring if not in a dedicated area, away from family, as well as the distraction from your work. Your computer should be locked out any time you are away from your computer.
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