EEG Technologist: Neurodiagnostic Specialist in Acute Care

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading academic medical center is seeking a Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist to perform EEG studies for patients. Responsibilities include applying electrodes, verifying orders, recording EEGs according to standards, and educating hospital staff. The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma and have prior EEG experience, as well as basic cardiac life support certification. Opportunities for professional development and a collegial work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Must achieve registry in EEG within 2 years of hire.
• Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist title is required.
• BCLS must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult/neonatal EEG studies under physician's direction.
• Explain the test procedure to patients and apply electrodes.
• Verify patient and physician's orders to gather appropriate information.
• Record EEG according to standards using the 10-20 system.
• Educate hospital personnel regarding equipment functions.

Skills

Knowledge of neuro-anatomy

Basic electronics

EEG instrumentation pattern recognition

Electrical safety

Communication skills

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Associate of Arts or Science

3+ years of prior EEG work experience

Job description

A leading academic medical center is seeking a Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist to perform EEG studies for patients. Responsibilities include applying electrodes, verifying orders, recording EEGs according to standards, and educating hospital staff. The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma and have prior EEG experience, as well as basic cardiac life support certification. Opportunities for professional development and a collegial work environment are provided.