Registered EEG Technician

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading‑edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. As a Monitor Technician you will set up, perform and monitor EEG tests for patients within the Epilepsy Unit, gaining hands‑on experience with the latest technologies while supporting patients throughout treatment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor electrophysiological data on patients in special recording rooms and other locations using closed‑circuit audio/visual equipment, electrophysiological recording instruments, and surface recording electrodes.
• Perform long‑term monitoring of adult and pediatric patients using closed‑circuit and digital audio/visual equipment and electrophysiological recording instruments while interacting with patients.
• Carry out all functions of a Registered EEG Technologist, including assisting physicians in reading and interpreting EEG and clinical seizures.
• Maintain record‑keeping duties using the computer, keep daily logs of patient status, and report information to co‑workers.
• Compile and forward billing information to the work leader or supervisor.
• Set up recording and stimulation of monitoring electrodes; care for patients with invasive electrodes and assist with head dressing changes for invasive‑monitored patients.
• Assist with “Spect Scans” and support physicians in research studies, protocols, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electroneurodiagnostics or a related patient‑care field.
• Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEG.T.) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• At least one year of recent experience in epilepsy long‑term monitoring.
• Knowledge of all areas of general EEG testing and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated competency in long‑term epilepsy monitoring techniques and interventions.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to place electrodes precisely and operate recording equipment.
• Ability to push and maneuver an EEG machine weighing approximately 320 lb.
• Normal or corrected hearing and vision within normal range.
• Exposure to communicable disease and body fluids; adherence to standard precautions and use of personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

Minimum hourly: $25.13 – Maximum hourly: $38.33. The range reflects anticipated compensation for new hires and does not include shift differentials, overtime, or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package.

Schedule

Variable hours averaging 40 hours per week, working nights between 7:00 pm and 7:30 am.