ENP Technologist

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a skilled ENP technologist to provide clinical EEG and EMG services for outpatients, inpatients and ED patients at Charlton Campus or West 5th Campus.

The ideal candidate holds B.R.E.T.C./C.B.R.E.T.C, is registered with A.E.T.C/C.A.E.T, and has a college diploma or bachelor’s degree with at least two years’ EEG/EMG experience in inpatient, outpatient and critical care settings.

Qualifications

• Certified electrodiagnostic technologist with EEG/EMG testing skills.
• Registration in good standing with AETC/CAET required.
• Minimum two years of EEG/EMG experience in multiple settings.
• Knowledge of neuroanatomy as it relates to EMG/EEG testing.
• Strong documentation and patient assessment abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide EMG service including nerve conduction studies.
• Perform EEG studies and associated activation procedures.
• Document technical impressions for physicians in EMR.
• Maintain and operate EMG equipment safely and effectively.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary health care team.
• Adhere to AETC/CAET standards and quality assurance.

Skills

EEG/EMG testing

Nerve conduction studies

Neuroanatomy knowledge

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

B.R.E.T.C./C.B.R.E.T.C. certification

College Diploma / Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

EMG equipment

Electrodiagnostic devices

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02652Department:Electrodiagnostic NeurologyThis position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)Job Type:Casual, Part timeContract Duration: (If applicable)0 monthsNumber of Positions:1Union:OPSEU Local 206Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$38.8 - $52.91ScheduleWork Days:Monday to FridayTime of Day:DaysShift:Hours - 7.5Shift Start: (If applicable)Reason for Posting:Posting is for a new roleApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-10-29Closing Date:2026-11-05Job DescriptionPosition SummaryTo provide clinical Electroencephalography (EEG), Electromyography (EMG) services to out-patients, in-patients and ED patients. Electroneurophysiology (ENP) technologists possess the knowledge, skills, and judgment to independently perform complex diagnostic tests such as electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG) on adults using specialized and sensitive electronic diagnostic equipment.Qualifications• B.R.E.T.C. and C.B.R.E.T. certificate required• Current registration in good standing with A.E.T.C and C.A.E.T. required• Completion of a College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a relevant clinical field is preferred• Minimum Highschool Diploma is required• 2 years experience performing EEG and EMG• Experience in outpatient, inpatient and critical care settings• Current BCLS required• Possess an extensive working knowledge of neuro anatomy and functional anatomy as it relates to EMG and EEG technology• Basic nerve and muscle histology as it pertains to excitation and propagation of action potentials in peripheral nerves, neuromuscular junction transmission and electrochemical/mechanical coupling in skeletal muscle, including type of nerves and their connections responsible for phenomena observed in EMG technology• Proficient in nerve conduction studies single fibre, phrenic nerve and upper and lower limb• Comprehensive knowledge of EMG concepts such as gain, sweeps speed, filters, averaging, calibration, stimulating electrode and stimulating parameters, electric safety, ohms law, leakage current and EMG filter and equipment settings• Well developed patient assessment planning, intervention and evaluation• Comprehensive knowledge of EEG electrode placement and EEG concepts such as montages, annotation, sensitivity, filter settings, video monitoring as well as activation procedures• Ability to prepare a written technical impression for the interpreting physician using standard medical terminology when documenting relevant information on the recording Electronic Medical Record documentation• Good attendance and work record are essential• Demonstrated initiative, responsibility and organization• Excellent communication skills• Demonstrates ability to work independently and to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team• Working knowledge of sterile procedures, infection control, emergency codes, safety awareness, research. etc.• Demonstrated patient service excellence• Evidence of continued education & learning• Demonstrated strengths in problem-solving, time management and as a team playerResponsibilities• Adheres to responsibilities regarding ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with the Association of Electromyographers of Canada (AETC) and the Canadian Association of EEG Technologists (CAET)• Maintains appropriate interpersonal skills with patients, allied health staff, physician staff and other hospital and clinic staff• Provide EMG services by performing nerve conduction studies such as: median, ulnar, radial, musculocutaneous, sural, superficial peroneal, medial and lateral plantar, saphenous, facial• Perform myasthenia/myasthenic syndrome studies, late response studies, blink reflexes• Explains the NCS (Nerve conduction study) procedure to the patient to obtain consent, and cooperation necessary to complete the examination• Performs both common and uncommon nerves studies to aid the EMG physician in the best studies to expose abnormalities• Confirms patient’s referral and medical record for orders and special needs, particular attention to patients with pacemakers, defibrillators and neurotransmitters• Being familiar, competent, and knowledgeable in all the clinical, specialized and research related EMGs• Provide EEG services in adherence to the standards of CAET• EEG Electrode placement knowledge and ability to interpret and evaluate clinical data• Perform Sleep Deprived EEG studies, EEG with Video as well as routine EEG• Performs and documents activation procedures such as hyperventilation, photic stimulation, sleep or drowsiness• Familiar, competent, and knowledgeable in all clinical, specialized and research related EEGs• Design exam based on patient history in conjunction with departmental protocols and proceed with completion of exam base on patient response and demonstrated abnormality• Receiving and preparing patients for diagnosis, administering test to patients in required time period, observing patients to ensure accurate results• Participating in ongoing Quality Assurance within the department• Providing educational, technical supervision and training to fellows, residents and students• Accurate timely completion of all cases in the Electronic Medical Record• EVP an asset, St. Joseph’s does not offer this service• Ensure safe operating/maintaining of Electromyographic equipment, making minor repairs when necessary and documenting and report equipment failures• Participate in research activities as required• Participate in educational activities and lecture doctors, nurses, interns and students on EMG Department• Participate in training of new staff members• Competed CME in compliance with AETC and CAET• Works under minimal supervision• Other duties as assigned#SJHHjobsSt. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values .We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).