EEG Technician - Neurodiagnostic Specialist with Benefits

Insight Hospital and Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental benefits after 30 days

Short and long-term disability insurance

Basic life insurance after 30 days

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking an EEG technician to support patient care in neurological diagnostics. Responsibilities include preparing patients for EEG procedures, recording brain activity, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure quality control. Ideal candidates should have formal neurodiagnostic training and preferably hold certification from ABRET. Benefits include health coverage after 30 days and a supportive workplace that values diversity.

Qualifications

• Certification from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation preferred.
• Hands-on training is essential, involving working with patients under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Explain EEG procedures to patients.
• Prepare scalp and attach electrodes.
• Ensure patient comfort and cooperation.
• Set up and calibrate EEG machines.
• Monitor brain wave activity during tests.
• Record electrical brain activity accurately.
• Document patient behavior during testing.

Skills

Brain wave patterns

Patient preparation and safety

Recognizing abnormal results

Education

Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) program

Hospital-based EEG training programs

Community college certificate programs

Job description

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking an EEG technician to support patient care in neurological diagnostics. Responsibilities include preparing patients for EEG procedures, recording brain activity, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure quality control. Ideal candidates should have formal neurodiagnostic training and preferably hold certification from ABRET. Benefits include health coverage after 30 days and a supportive workplace that values diversity.