EEG/EMG Technician, $10K Sign on Bonus

Employment Type: Full time

About the Role

The EEG/EMG Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic neurophysiological procedures, including electroencephalograms (EEGs), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies (NCS), and related tests to assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders. This role ensures high-quality testing, patient safety, and accurate data collection in accordance with established protocols, regulatory standards, and physician orders. The technologist demonstrates clinical expertise, technical proficiency, and strong patient care skills while working collaboratively with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and clinical staff in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform EEG, EMG, and nerve conduction studies per physician orders.
• Prepare patients, explain procedures, and ensure comfort and safety during testing.
• Apply electrodes and monitoring equipment accurately and according to standards.
• Monitor recordings, identify artifacts, and ensure data quality.
• Document procedures and preliminary observations accurately in the medical record.
• Maintain and troubleshoot neurodiagnostic equipment.
• Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with clinicians regarding test quality and clinical concerns.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and workflow efficiency.
• Review the daily schedule and plan appropriate NCS to answer consultation inquiries.
• Perform room turnover before and after each patient visit.
• Assign patients to a room, deliver gown, and ensure appropriate limb temperature.
• Perform NCS and related studies as requested by the attending physician.
• Review findings with physician and respond to feedback from physician.
• Maintain equipment, ensure room cleanliness.
• Turn machines on at the beginning of the day and off at the end of the day.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform minor repairs.
• Place orders for replacement electrodes, EMG needles, and other electrodiagnostic room supplies.
• Maintain inventory of all electrodiagnostic supplies.
• Prepare the patient for examination, explain the procedure, and exhibit empathy and comfort throughout all test phases.
• Calculate, document, and review test results with the physician accurately and efficiently.
• Enter information and charges into electronic health records.
• Maintain exam rooms, testing equipment, and electrodiagnostic supplies.
• Perform miscellaneous departmental and clerical duties as assigned.
• Apply electrodes to a patient's scalp, connected to the EEG machine by wires.
• Monitor patients during sleep cycles to diagnose sleep disorders.
• Perform office tests and administrative duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved program for Electroencephalogram preferred.
• Registered EEG Technologist (American Society of EEG) preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of work experience preferred in the field of Neuro Diagnostics.
• Prefer experience with nerve conductions.

Work Environment

Hospital, clinic, or outpatient neurodiagnostic setting. Involves direct patient contact and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• $10K sign-on bonus.