Electroencephalagraphic (EEG) Technician PTPD - PD - Varied Shift

Erie County Medical Center Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Erie County Medical Center Corporation in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technician for a part-time, on-site role. The position involves performing standard EEG recordings, patient preparation, and data collection for test interpretation.

The technician will operate EEG equipment, maintain safety, and assist in education of junior staff. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with healthcare experience preferred, and an EEG course or practical experience may

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; six months healthcare experience preferred.
• Completion of EEG machine operation course or six months of EEG experience can substitute for diploma.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard EEG recordings (awake and sleep) using digital or analog equipment.
• Prepare patients for testing and explain procedures to ensure cooperation.
• Summarize neurologic status and clinical history for interpretation; adapt methods as needed.
• Maintain equipment and ensure electrical safety; assist in in-service trainings.

Skills

EEG recording

Patient preparation

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma/HSE

Tools

EEG equipment operation

Job description

Electroencephalagraphic (EEG) Technician PTPD - PD - Varied Shift

Job Category: Non-Licensed Clinical Staff

Requisition Number: ELECT005705

• Posted : October 15, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

HOURLY RATE: $41.04

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing standard electrophysiological
recordings at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMCC). The incumbent prepares the patient, conducts various electrophysiology studies (EEG/ambulatory EEG/intra-operative monitoring), collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test and monitors additional physiologic phenomena by means of appropriate techniques and instrumentation. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-ranking technical or professional employee. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Performs standard EEG recording (awake and sleep, electrocerebral inactivity evaluations) using digital EEG or analogy equipment;
Prepares patient for testing by instructing them on how to relax and cooperate for effective results; explains recording procedure;
Summarizes the patient’s neurologic status and clinical history from the chart, patient, family member or caregiver;
Adapts methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal results based on history, clinical observation and EEG findings;
Provides appropriate patient care and details observations of clinical manifestations during seizure and other patient emergency situations;
Performs ambulatory EEG recording;
Carries out EEG monitoring procedures during surgery;
Ensures electrical safety of the patient at all times;
Keeps equipment in clean operating condition; performs maintenance and minor repairs of laboratory equipment and reports the need for major repairs;
Participates in conferences, technical meetings and other educational activities;
Serves as in-service instructor for junior staff, technologist trainees.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the latest techniques and procedures used in taking electroencephalographs; good knowledge of the operation of an electroencephalograph machine; good knowledge of related anatomy; ability to train others; ability to deal with severely ill patients; independent judgment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to utilize a variety of electronic software applications; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) months of experience in a healthcare setting.
NOTE 1: Completion of a course of instruction in the operation of an electroencephalograph machine or six (6) months of experience in the operation of an electroencephalograph machine can be substituted for a high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma
NOTE 2: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.

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