Neurodiagnostic Lab Tech/EEG, FT Nights

experiencedAlliedHealth; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Technologist I for FT Nights to perform EEGs and video/ambulatory monitoring. The role includes enabling safe, accurate data collection and supporting patient care in a high-demand neurodiagnostic unit.

Responsibilities include setup, troubleshooting, patient prep, and coordination with physicians. Requires minimally one year or registry eligibility, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED in Neuroscience or related program.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Registry-eligible; 50 EEGs post-graduation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform EEG procedures with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot equipment and maintain safety protocols.
• Prepare patient rooms and stock supplies for EEGs.
• Communicate results with physicians and care team.

Skills

EEG procedures

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

EEG equipment

Video/EEG monitoring

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Location: Kennestone Hospital

Time Type: Full time

Posted: 4 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR-77699

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

About the Facility

Learn more about Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, including our teams, culture, and campus environment: https://careers.wellstar.org/us/en/kennestone-facility-landing-page

Hours

FT Nights - Saturday, Monday, Tuesday nights

Job Summary

The Neurodiagnostic Technologist I is responsible for performing Electroencephalograms (EEGs) studies in the Laboratory and at the bedside of patients. Also, performs video/EEG monitoring, and ambulatory monitoring, etc. Is qualified to provide a descriptive analysis of the waveforms and patterns relevant to their credential, however, is not responsible for interpretation or clinical correlation of the data

Testing

• Sets up and performs test procedures with little to no supervision. Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and eliminations. Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety within the EEG unit. Has knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects should be applied. Can use photic stimulation and hyperventilation appropriately. Understands why and how to repair or fill bad electrodes. Removes electrodes and cleans up the patient after the EEG done to practice protocols and safety standards.
• Familiar with the protocols for completion of the technical EEG report, charging procedures, and logging the patient into files.
• Knowledgeable in correct EEG performance and recognition of clinically significant events and intervenes if appropriate.
• Maintains the patients safety through communication to other patient care support staff during the EEG if needed
• Contacts higher level staff as appropriate for problems within the EEG unit.
• Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms for EEG procedures.
• Performs any other related duties that are consistent with patient and technical care for this level.

General requirements

• Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
• Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
• Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
• Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
• Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Observes infection prevention precautions

Customer Service

• Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
• Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
• Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
• Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
• Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately

Communication

• Calls the Bio-med department with any equipment problems and maintenance issues.
• Communicates with the physicians regarding the EEG study results.
• Attends and actively participates in monthly department staff meetings.

Professional Development

• Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
• Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
• Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
• Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
• Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• High School Diploma / GED General or Accredited Program Neuroscience

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

REEG.T within 2 years Required

Required Minimum Experience

Less than 1 year Pathway I Graduate of CAAHEP Accredited NDT Program Documentation of 50 EEGs post graduation Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

Registry Eligible High Strong well-developed communications skills. Medium Well developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge (keyboard skills), customer service, ability to function without much supervision. Medium

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