Electroneurodiagnostic (EEG) Technician

Job Summary

Performs neurodiagnostic testing, to include EEG, EP, MEG, TMS, epilepsy monitoring and electrocorticography. Assists in nerve conduction testing. Completes all necessary documentation for departmental records, patient procedures, etc. Participates and assists in education and training opportunities.

Essential Functions

• EEG recordings (70%)
  • Performs standard and complex EEG recordings according to lab protocol and American Clinical Neurophysiology Society guidelines.
  • Conducts wake and sleep EEGs, nasopharyngeal studies, bedside recordings, electrocerebral inactivity (ECI) evaluations, and 24‑hour ambulatory EEGs.
  • Summarizes patient neurological status and clinical history; completes documentation for physician interpretation (history sheets, labeling of tracing, etc.).
  • Monitors EEG for special studies including WADA (sodium amytal) and ictal SPECT studies.
  • Performs long‑term epilepsy monitoring, electrocorticography, and cortical mapping.
  • Maintains equipment (including helium exchange) and supplies for all studies.
  • Completes all necessary departmental documentation.
  • Participates in education and training opportunities.
• Charge entry and billing (10%)
  • Enters charges daily for procedures performed with no more than one error per week.
  • Enters required patient information into daily log books.
  • Inputs data into hospital and department computer systems for archiving, service requisitions, etc.
• Departmental support and development (5%)
  • Participates in development of new diagnostic testing procedures and evaluates new equipment for potential purchase.
  • Educates residents and other staff on technical aspects, indications, and limitations of neurophysiology exams.
  • Engages in professional growth through annual educational programs, in‑services, workshops, current publications, online CME, and video education.
• Safety / Infection Control (5%)
  • Practices universal precautions; disposes of hazardous waste per guidelines.
  • Disinfects and cleans equipment according to manufacturer and infection‑control standards.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment (clutter‑free, minimal noise, dress code adherence).
  • Troubleshoots equipment; contacts Clinical Engineering or manufacturer service when needed.
  • Completes annual mandatory safety requirements (fire, blood‑borne pathogen, hazardous communication, TB, department‑specific, age‑appropriate care).
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safety.
• Service Excellence (3%)
  • Demonstrates care and courtesy to patients, families, and staff; communicates procedures clearly.
  • Maintains confidentiality per hospital policy.
  • Attends department and hospital meetings; participates in in‑services supporting the mission and vision.
  • Provides cost‑effective services by minimizing overtime, using equipment efficiently, and managing supplies.
• Performance Improvement (2%)
  • Assists in daily data collection for the department’s Performance Improvement Program.
  • Prepares monthly and quarterly data analyses for indicator summaries.
• Age‑Appropriate Care (2%)
  • Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
  • Assesses and interprets age‑specific data to identify patient needs.
  • Uses appropriate communication skills for each age group and involves families in decision‑making.
• Specialized Care (<1%)
  • Restraint care: evaluates alternatives, applies restraints per approved procedure.
  • Pain management: follows care plan (repositioning, massage, immobilization) and reports pain to nursing/physician.
  • Abuse assessment: recognizes criteria, reports signs of possible abuse/neglect, and recommends appropriate consultations.
• Lab Operations Support (3%)
  • Uses Meditech work order entry to request housekeeping or maintenance.
  • Retrieves microfilmed reports or videotaped procedures for viewing/printing.
  • Performs clerical duties (telephone, typing, posting, mailing, filing, scheduling).
  • Participates in safety and infection‑control surveys; reports and corrects deficiencies.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Education: High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience.

Minimum Experience: No experience required.

Licensure / Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) required (American Heart Association).

Skills

• Administrative/Business: compile statistics, file/archive patient files, computer proficiency.
• Equipment/Technical: operation of various neurophysiology lab and epilepsy unit equipment, hospital PC and Meditech systems, telephone system, VCR and monitors, calculator, microfilm viewer/printer, copy machine, fax machine.

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, blood‑borne pathogens, tuberculosis, hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids, and wastes.
• Exposure to electrical and radiant energy hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements and irregular hours.
• Use of chemicals for diagnostic testing and equipment cleaning (isopropyl alcohol, Sanimaster Q, bleach, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Lifts, positions, pushes, or transfers patients (occasionally up to 350 lb).
• Periodic heavy physical effort (lifting/carrying up to 50 lb).
• Prolonged standing, walking, or sitting.
• Pushes/pulls or moves heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lb).
• Manual dexterity, mobility, and fine motor skills required.
• Intermittent exertion during studies; considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Vision: ability to adjust focus for varying light levels and see clearly at 20 inches or less.

Protective Equipment

• Eye shield/goggles
• Gown
• Lab coat
• Mask
• Non‑sterile medical gloves
• Sterile medical gloves

Schedule

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40