Neuro Tech

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an EEG Technician to perform EEGs and EVP tests, assess patients, and document findings to support diagnosis and treatment.

You will operate and maintain equipment, ensure safety, schedule procedures, input charges, and communicate clearly with patients and families to promote a positive experience.

The role requires 0-2 years of EEG experience and completion of a formal EEG Technician training program; Basic Life Support is preferred.

Qualifications

• Formal EEG Technician training program completion preferred.
• 0-2 years of EEG or related clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs EEGs and EVPs as ordered by physicians, following established departmental policies and procedures.
• Communicates with patients and families to explain procedures, ensuring comfort and promoting a positive patient experience.
• Observes and documents patient condition changes that may affect test outcomes and communicates these changes to the appropriate medical staff.
• Schedules patient appointments and manages follow‑up communications and mailings for procedures.
• Accurately inputs and verifies charges in the computer system to ensure correct billing and financial documentation.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work area, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition for patient care.
• Responds promptly to on‑call cases and adjusts the self‑scheduling and call schedule to support departmental needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.]

Skills

EEG procedures

EVP procedures

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Education

Technical school EEG Technician training program

Job description

Job Summary

The EEG Technician performs electroencephalograms (EEGs) and evoked potential (EVP) tests using specialized equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. This role involves patient assessment, observation, and care documentation, ensuring procedures are conducted safely and accurately. The EEG Technician operates independently, maintaining a clean and organized work environment and adhering to safety standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs EEGs and EVPs as ordered by physicians, following established departmental policies and procedures.
• Communicates with patients and families to explain procedures, ensuring comfort and promoting a positive patient experience.
• Observes and documents patient condition changes that may affect test outcomes and communicates these changes to the appropriate medical staff.
• Schedules patient appointments and manages follow‑up communications and mailings for procedures.
• Accurately inputs and verifies charges in the computer system to ensure correct billing and financial documentation.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work area, ensuring all equipment is in proper working condition for patient care.
• Responds promptly to on‑call cases and adjusts the self‑scheduling and call schedule to support departmental needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School completion of a formal EEG Technician training program preferred.
• 0‑2 years of experience in performing EEGs or related clinical experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of EEG and EVP procedures and equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions in a clinical environment.
• Basic computer skills for entering charges, managing schedules, and documenting patient information.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and a clean work area.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment. Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.