Entry-Level Neurodiagnostic Tech: EEG & IONM Skills

UTMB Health; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Webster, Texas seeks an entry-level Electroneurodiagnostic Technician to perform EEG, IONM, and related studies. High school diploma or GED required, with EEG experience preferred. Enrollment in or graduation from a CAAHEP END program or equivalent experience and BLS certification are expected.

The role involves applying 10/20 electrode placements, following written protocols, and preparing studies for interpretation, while ensuring patient safety and privacy in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• EEG experience preferred.
• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a CAAHEP-accredited END program or equivalent experience.
• BLS certification required or at least enrolled in BLS training.

Responsibilities

• Performs electroneurodiagnostic studies according to written protocols.
• Explains procedures to patients and gathers medical history from patients and/or charts.
• Applies standard scalp electrodes using the 10/20 placement system.
• Adjusts test protocols based on patient history and study results, recognizing normal and abnormal variants.
• Identifies and corrects electrical and electronic malfunctions.
• Monitors and reviews raw study and video data during procedures.
• Prepares completed neurodiagnostic studies for interpretation.
• Completes the Technician Impression sheet, serving as a preliminary report.
• Edits and archives neurodiagnostic recordings.
• Competently performs routine inpatient and outpatient neurodiagnostic procedures.
• Sets up and assists with specialized neurodiagnostic procedures.
• Ensures patient safety, maintains privacy, and follows infection control protocols.

Education

High school diploma/GED

CAAHEP END program or equivalent experience

BLS

Job description

UTMB Health in Webster, Texas seeks an entry-level Electroneurodiagnostic Technician to perform EEG, IONM, and related studies. High school diploma or GED required, with EEG experience preferred. Enrollment in or graduation from a CAAHEP END program or equivalent experience and BLS certification are expected.

The role involves applying 10/20 electrode placements, following written protocols, and preparing studies for interpretation, while ensuring patient safety and privacy in a clinical setting.