EEG Technician

Prime Healthcare • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Technician works in the Electrocardiology Department and supports the diagnosis of neurological conditions by preparing patients, conducting electroencephalogram (EEG) tests, monitoring brain activity, and maintaining equipment. The technician works closely with physicians to identify abnormalities, ensure patient safety, and support critical care through accurate testing. This is a per diem position, with 8-hour day shifts listed as 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience as an EEG technician.
• Associate degree in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology from a school accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
• Certification from the American Board of Registered Electroencephalographic Technologies (ABRET).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an educational program for EEG technicians.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for EEG procedures by explaining the process, taking medical history, and ensuring comfort.
• Apply electrodes using the 10–20 system and monitor equipment for accurate signal capture.
• Conduct routine, sleep-deprived, ICU, and intraoperative EEG recordings.
• Identify and document abnormalities, including seizure activity and unusual brain-wave patterns.
• Assist with long-term or emergency monitoring for neurological events or brain-death evaluations.
• Maintain and calibrate EEG equipment and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Collaborate with physicians to support diagnoses of epilepsy, brain injuries, tumors, and other medical conditions.
• Monitor patients during procedures and respond to seizures or emergencies to ensure patient safety.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree