Certified EEG Technician

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension’s Neurodiagnostic Lab in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a dedicated Neurodiagnostic Technician for a full-time days schedule. You will set up and prepare equipment for tests, review patient histories, provide procedure education, monitor patients, and report any adverse events. You will operate EEG/EP/PSG equipment and ensure data accuracy in results.

The role emphasizes artifact recognition, data scoring, and collaboration with the Neurodiagnostic team to support patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• ABRET credentials within 6 months of hire date.
• Education matching listed options (see above).

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare equipment and supplies for ordered tests.
• Review patient history and inform patients about procedures; monitor and document condition; report adverse reactions.
• Operate and maintain EEG, EP, PSG equipment; recognize and correct artifacts.
• Score, graph, document and report results of diagnostic procedures.

Skills

BLS Provider

Neurodiagnostic knowledge

Patient education

Artifact recognition

Equipment setup

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative experience

Tools

ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentials

ABRET Intraoperative Monitoring Credential

ABRET Evoked Potential Credential

Nerve Conduction Study Credential

Job description

• Perform set up and preparation of equipment/supplies for ordered tests.
• Review patient's history, obtain any necessary information or documentation and provide education to patients about procedures. Monitor and document the patient's condition at all times and report any adverse reactions.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment to obtain diagnostic data, which may include EEG (Electroencephalography), EP (Evoked Potential), and PSG (Polysomnography) equipment. Recognize and correct for artifacts.
• Score/graph, document, and report results of diagnostic procedures.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Columbia St Mary's Milwaukee
• Department: Neurodiagnostic Lab
• Schedule: Days | Full-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform set up and preparation of equipment/supplies for ordered tests.
• Review patient's history, obtain any necessary information or documentation and provide education to patients about procedures. Monitor and document the patient's condition at all times and report any adverse reactions.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment to obtain diagnostic data, which may include EEG (Electroencephalography), EP (Evoked Potential), and PSG (Polysomnography) equipment. Recognize and correct for artifacts.
• Score/graph, document, and report results of diagnostic procedures.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Electroencephalographic Technician credentialed from the ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation (ABRET) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Technologist specializing in Neurophysiologic Intraop Monit credentialed from the ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation (ABRET) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Technologist specializing in Evoked Potential credentialed from the ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation (ABRET) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Tech specializing in Nerve Conduction Study obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Neurodiagnostic Registry
• 1 year experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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