EEG Technician PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health®; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama is seeking an EEG Technician (PRN) to perform a range of neurodiagnostic procedures and support the cardiopulmonary services team at a major community hospital.

The position requires EEG testing experience, BLS certification, and relevant credentials; candidates with RDCS/RCVT or equivalent experience are preferred. Strong critical-thinking and the ability to work with minimal supervision are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; graduate of an approved Electro‑Neurodiagnostic Program or AMA‑approved Respiratory Care Program, or a minimum of two years of clinical EEG testing experience.
• RDCS by ARDMS or RCVT preferred or at least one year of experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Two years of EEG testing experience.
• Advanced knowledge of neurology and cardiopulmonary physiology.
• Preference given to certified or registered Respiratory Therapist in WV or Registered Electroencephalography Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform neurological cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures and related duties.
• Adhere to policies approved by the Medical Director for Cardiopulmonary services.
• Review data, collect additional info, and recommend relevant information.
• Evaluate data for medical necessity of tests ordered.
• Select and check equipment for diagnostic tests.
• Initiate and modify prescribed diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain patient records and communicate with health-care team.
• Assist with orientation and continuing education of trainees and staff.
• Promote age-appropriate care to all patients.

Skills

Critical thinking

Work under pressure

Team communication

Education

Electro-Neurodiagnostic Program graduate

BLS certification

Job description

EEG Technician

Job Type: PRN

Location: Florence, Alabama

North Alabama Medical Center is a 263-bed facility offering the community's only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women's and children's services, and a comprehensive medical and imaging services line. It is a certified Chest Pain Center and recognized as a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association. The 24‑hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of neurological cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures and special duties as assigned.
• Carry out duties and responsibilities according to policies approved by the Medical Director for Cardiopulmonary services.
• Review existing clinical data, collect additional data, and recommend the acquisition of pertinent information.
• Evaluate all data to determine the appropriateness and medical necessity of the test ordered.
• Select, assemble, and check the equipment necessary to perform the diagnostic test.
• Initiate, conduct, and modify the prescribed diagnostic procedure.
• Maintain patient records and communicate relevant information to members of the health‑care team.
• Assist with orientation and continuing education of trainees, medical staff, and other hospital employees.
• Promote age‑appropriate care to all patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; graduate of an approved Electro‑Neurodiagnostic Program or AMA‑approved Respiratory Care Program, or a minimum of two years of clinical experience performing EEG testing.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology preferred or at least one year of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Two years of experience in EEG testing.
• Advanced knowledge of neurology and cardiopulmonary physiology and related sciences, with the ability to demonstrate this knowledge to others.
• Preference given to certified or registered Respiratory Therapist by National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc., licensed by the state of WV, or Registered Electroencephalography Technologist by the American Society for Electroencephalography Society.
• Strong critical‑thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Benefits

• Employee Well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional Development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.