EEG Lab - Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $5,000

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Iowa City is seeking a full-time Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist. The role entails performing complex bedside procedures such as continuous video EEG monitoring and analyzing data for nuclear medicine procedures. Candidates should have completed a 24-month END Technology program and be eligible for certification. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are essential. The position requires working a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 24-month END Technology program or equivalent education/experience.
• Eligible for certification within nine months of employment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and staff.
• General computer skills sufficient for data management and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electroneurodiagnostic procedures.
• Interpret ongoing data and notify appropriate staff.
• Participate in on-call and callback coverage.
• Educate END students, fellows, residents, and staff on END methods.
• Maintain recordings, transfer data, and manage archival systems.
• Ensure quality control of equipment and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Support faculty and patients with expert END knowledge to improve outcomes.
• Contribute to continuing education and credential maintenance.
• Maintain NAEC Level IV competency as required.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

General computer skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Multi-tasking and prioritizing

Education

Completion of a 24-month END Technology program

Certification by a recognized agency

Job description

Selected applicants who have not held a similar role at the University of Iowa within the last 12 months may be eligible for a sign‑on incentive of up to $5,000.

The University of Iowa Department of Neurology is seeking a full‑time Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Technologist to perform complex procedures at the patient bedside, including continuous video EEG monitoring, developing and importing patient‑specific montages and digital spectral array, and analyzing ongoing data to assist during nuclear medicine procedures. The END Technologist will also be trained to perform the aforementioned duties in the adult/pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), as well as in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and various inpatient units.

Job Duties

• Perform a broad range of complex electroneurodiagnostic procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative to elicit and display information for use by interpreting physicians.
• Interpret ongoing data and recorded data, notifying appropriate staff when indicated.
• Participate in on‑call and callback coverage.
• Participate in teaching, evaluating, and advising electroneurodiagnostic students.
• Maintain recordings, transfer data, manage database and network archival system.
• Participate in continuing educational opportunities and maintain certification requirements.
• Be responsible for quality control of equipment, recognizing malfunctions, troubleshooting and notifying appropriate staff.
• Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, patients, and the community, providing expert knowledge and behavioral skills that impact clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Educate END students, electrophysiology fellows, medical residents, and other staff on methods of END technology; participate in continuing educational opportunities by attending meetings, professional organization participation, review of journals and publications, and active participation in UI Health Care epilepsy Case Conference.
• Assure and maintain competency in the area of specialization as a requirement for NAEC Level IV accreditation.

Pay Grade

28 – https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/plans

Percent of Time

90%‑100%

Schedule

This position works a rotating schedule, including weekends, with shifts between 10‑12 hours long. The position also includes participation in the holiday rotation and on‑call shifts.

Supervision Received

Supervision received by EEG Lab Supervisor or designee.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a 24‑month END Technology program or other applicable program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eligible for certification by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists, American Association of Electrodiagnostic Technologists, or other nationally recognized certifying agency. Certification within nine (9) months following the start of employment is required.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
• General computer skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of neuroanatomy.
• Experience with IOM monitoring or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and coordinate multiple duties.
• Management experience.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Electroneurodiagnostic Technol
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Please attach a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. This position is not eligible for university sponsorship for employment authorization.

Successful candidates will be required to self‑disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Lilli Wulff at [e-mail].

Contact Information
Organization: Healthcare
Contact Name: Erin Curry
Contact Email: [e-mail]