EEG Technologist

This is Carilion Clinic — a not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to transforming healthcare. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., Carilion operates award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, a Level 3 NICU, the Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

About the Role

The EEG Technologist performs various neurodiagnostic procedures for patients of all ages, ensuring high-quality data collection and adherence to established guidelines. This role involves coordinating laboratory schedules, providing instruction to healthcare professionals, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform neurodiagnostic procedures, including EEGs, for patients of all ages in outpatient, inpatient, PICU, NICU, PCU, and ICU settings.
• Assist in establishing and revising recording criteria for technical procedures in collaboration with the Medical Director.
• Coordinate laboratory schedules and assign priorities based on workload and clinical urgency.
• Provide instruction on diagnostic procedures to medical residents and other healthcare professionals.
• Explain testing procedures to patients and families using age-appropriate guidelines.
• Accurately document patient history, study observations, and troubleshoot equipment or physiological artifacts.
• Process charges for studies and maintain inventory of lab supplies.
• Demonstrate proper cleaning and disinfection procedures for patients, rooms, and equipment.
• Perform routine and long-term video monitoring studies in various clinical settings.
• Apply knowledge independently to different testing situations and perform equipment maintenance as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members while adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
• Suggest cost containment initiatives and prioritize workflow for efficiency.
• Assess and interpret patient data reflective of age-specific needs and provide care according to departmental policies.

Requirements

• High School diploma (for grandfathered technologists) or Associate's degree or graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Program.
• Must be eligible to obtain registry within 4 years of hire (grandfathered employees) or within 2-3 years (employees with an Associate's degree or higher).
• AHA BLS-HCP and PALS certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with an aptitude for detailed record-keeping.

Pay

Compensation range: $23.23 - $32.52 per hour. Employee pay is based on qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. This range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Referral Bonus Program.