Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist

ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation seeks a skilled neurodiagnostic technologist to perform NCS and assist with EMG, delivering accurate studies for diverse neuromuscular conditions.

The role requires independent work, using clinical judgement, protocol tailoring, and real‑time troubleshooting while maintaining patient safety and privacy.

Qualifications

• Equivalent experience may substitute for formal education.
• Completion of a CAAHEP‑accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology programme.
• Associate’s degree (or higher) in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs nerve conduction studies (NCS) and assists with EMG.
• Works independently with advanced clinical judgement and skill.
• Selects and tailors study protocols per guidelines; troubleshoots in real time.
• Communicates pertinent technical findings to supervising physician.
• Maintains quality, safety, and privacy in line with standards.

Education

CAAHEP-accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology programme

Associate’s degree

Equivalent experience accepted

Tools

BLS

RNCS.T

CNCT

Job description

Description

Performs nerve conduction studies (NCS) and assists with physician-performed EMG. Works independently, using advanced clinical judgement and technical skill to deliver safe, accurate, and patient-appropriate studies for a broad range of neuromuscular conditions. Selects and tailors study protocols with established guidelines, optimises recording through real‑time troubleshooting, and communicates pertinent technical findings to the supervising physician. Builds patient and provider trust through clear communication, education, and attentive care. Adheres to all regulatory, organisational, and departmental standards for quality, safety, and privacy.

Description

Performs nerve conduction studies (NCS) and assists with physician-performed EMG. Works independently, using advanced clinical judgement and technical skill to deliver safe, accurate, and patient-appropriate studies for a broad range of neuromuscular conditions. Selects and tailors study protocols with established guidelines, optimises recording through real‑time troubleshooting, and communicates pertinent technical findings to the supervising physician. Builds patient and provider trust through clear communication, education, and attentive care. Adheres to all regulatory, organisational, and departmental standards for quality, safety, and privacy.

Requirements

Education

• Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
• Completion of CAAHEP‑accredited Neurodiagnostic Technology programme
• Associate’s degree (or higher) in related field

Certification & Licensure

• BLS – Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• R.NCS.T – Registered Nerve Conduction Studies Technologist (ABRET or AAET)
• CNCT – Certified Nerve Conduction Technologist (ABEM)

Typical Experience

• Minimum 3 years of recent relevant experience