Principal Neurodiagnostic Technologist

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The EEG Labs at UC Davis Health in Sacramento, CA seek a Principal Neurodiagnostic Technologist to serve as an advanced clinical specialist and technical leader. You will perform routine, ambulatory EEG, long-term monitoring, ECoG, Wada, SPECT, and other complex Neurodiagnostic procedures while ensuring technical integrity and mentoring staff.

You will support EEG databases, equipment, quality improvement, and Joint Commission readiness, practicing per UC Davis Health policies and ABRET/ACNS

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEG.T) certified by ABRET.
• Must obtain ABRET CLTM credential within two years of hire.
• Minimum four years as a registered EEG/Neurodiagnostic Technologist in a hospital setting.
• Experience in advanced Neurodiagnostic procedures: WADA, ECOG, SPECT, PET, SSEP, Phase II, or Live Continuous Monitoring.
• Experience with pediatric and adult patient populations.
• Ability to perform advanced neurodiagnostic procedures like ECoG, LITT, Wada, SPECT, Cortical Stimulation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, advanced, and highly specialized neurodiagnostic procedures (EEG, long-term monitoring, ambulatory EEG).
• Provide Principal-level leadership: monitor technical integrity, guide staff, and liaise with leadership/partners.
• Support EEG databases, equipment, quality improvement, and Joint Commission readiness.

Skills

R.EEG.T

ABRET CLTM

4+ years EEG tech

WADA

ECoG

Continuous EEG

EMU monitoring

AEP/SSEP/VEP

Pediatric & adult care

Team collaboration

HIPAA knowledge

Education

EEG school/program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of neurodiagnostic leadership, the Principal Neurodiagnostic Technologist serves as an advanced clinical specialist, subject matter expert, and technical leader within Neurodiagnostic Services. The position independently performs routine, advanced, and highly specialized neurodiagnostic procedures, including routine and ambulatory EEG, continuous long-term monitoring, scalp and stereotactic EEG monitoring, electrocorticography, ISAP/Wada, and SPECT procedures.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of neurodiagnostic leadership, the Principal Neurodiagnostic Technologist serves as an advanced clinical specialist, subject matter expert, and technical leader within Neurodiagnostic Services. The position independently performs routine, advanced, and highly specialized neurodiagnostic procedures, including routine and ambulatory EEG, continuous long-term monitoring, scalp and stereotactic EEG monitoring, electrocorticography, ISAP/Wada, and SPECT procedures. In addition to advanced patient care, the position provides Principal-level leadership responsibilities, including ensuring technical integrity and consistency of neurodiagnostic procedures, serving as a clinical and technical resource, providing staff education and guidance, and acting as a liaison with leadership and interdepartmental partners. The Principal Neurodiagnostic Technologist also supports EEG databases, equipment, work areas, supplies, quality improvement, and Joint Commission readiness while practicing in accordance with UC Davis Health policies, ABRET and ACNS guidelines, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

Apply By Date

October 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position.

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Must be a Registered EEG Technologist (R.EEG.T) certified by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists (ABRET)
• Must obtain ABRET CLTM credential within two (2) years of hire
• Minimum four (4) years as a registered EEG/Neurodiagnostic Technologist in a hospital setting
• Experience in one or more advanced Neurodiagnostic procedures: WADA, ECOG, Laser Ablation, Cortical Stim, SPECT, PET, SSEP, Phase II, or Live Continuous Monitoring
• Experience in both pediatric and adult patient populations
• Skilled in performing advanced skills in routine EEG Examinations
• Skilled to perform Continuous EEG/Video monitoring in an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
• Skilled in performing evoked potentials such as Auditory Evoked Potentials (AEP/BAER), Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP), and Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEP)
• Ability to perform advanced neurodiagnostic procedures: Electrocorticography (ECoG), Laser Ablation Surgical Monitoring (LITT), Wada Test / Intracarotid Sodium Amobarbital Procedure (Wada), Ictal Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), and Cortical Stimulation
• Skilled in Continuous Long-Term Monitoring (set up and disconnect)
• Skilled in Phase I Continuous Long-Term Monitoring (set up and disconnect)
• Skilled in Extended EEG Monitoring
• Skilled in ambulatory outpatient EEG (set up and disconnect)
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of current trends in Neurodiagnostic (EEG)
• Basic computer skills
• Skills and ability to measure and accurately apply disc electrodes to those predetermined areas utilizing knowledge of the International 10/20 system
• Knowledge of electrode placement to accurately monitor physiological artifacts and apply additional electrodes
• Knowledge and skill levels in area of expertise to ensure the provision of the highest quality patient care services
• Must have the ability to apply basic principles and practices of neurodiagnostic technology to novel techniques and develop expertise in performing complex neurodiagnostic procedures
• Interpersonal communication skills to interact with tact and diplomacy with hospital and clinic patients, physicians, and staff at all levels
• Ability to engage in collaborative problem-solving with coworkers and staff
• Must have the ability to function as a “team player,” being considerate and flexible, taking the needs of your peers into consideration
• Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained, and a professional, respectful hospital, clinic, or laboratory environment always exists
• Ability to maintain composure, efficiency, and a positive, customer-service-oriented manner during periods of peak workload, with frequent interruptions, under tight deadlines, and when interacting with patients who are ill, angry, or emotionally distressed
• Remains flexible and adaptable to changes in policies and procedures
• Ability to accomplish assignments in an effective and efficient manner
• Written and oral communication skills to provide information, explanations, and instructions clearly and concisely to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or for whom English may be a second language
• Problem-solving skills to independently define a problem; identify the resources available to help solve problems; create viable solutions and take the action necessary to implement them; and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties
• Decision-making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to act, and to appropriately seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached
• Knowledge of medical records is sufficient to establish and maintain a filing system that meets the laboratory's accessibility and storage needs and complies with all pertinent laws, regulations, and HIPAA guidelines
• Ability of departmental and system policies and procedures
• Ability to efficiently use computer systems to retrieve pertinent patient information through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Ability to maintain clinical databases
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Ability to maintain logs and files of information in alphabetical, chronological, and/or numerical order, such that it is current and easily retrievable

Preferred Qualifications

• Continuous Long-Term Monitoring (CLTM) credential through ABRET
• NeuroAnalyst Certification for Long-Term Monitoring (NA-CLTM) credential through ABRET
• Graduation from an EEG school/program
• Three (3) years of senior or lead neurodiagnostic technologist experience
• Experience in Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU)
• Experience in an acute care setting as an EEG Technician/Technologist
• Experience in monitoring live continuous EEG tracings
• Experience working with interdisciplinary healthcare providers
• Experience in an academic medical center environment
• Skilled in Continuous Real-Time Long-Term EEG Monitoring at EMU Monitoring Station

Key Responsibilities

• 85% - Patient Procedures
• 15% - Other Support Duties

Department Overview

The EEG Labs at UC Davis Health provide comprehensive electroencephalographic (EEG) testing and specialized neurodiagnostic procedures that support the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care of patients with neurological conditions. Working closely with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams, the EEG Labs deliver accurate, timely diagnostic information that helps guide clinical decision-making and individualized patient care across UC Davis Health.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $65.01 - $84.08
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 311
• UC Job Title: NEURO TCHNO PRN
• UC Job Code: 004615
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time
• Shift (Work Schedule): Night shift, 6:30 PM–7:00 AM. Three (3) 12-hour shifts per week, with an additional fourth shift every 4th week.
• Location: Main Hospital, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands