EEG Technician - EEG - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health • Shreveport, LA

89d

About The Position

The EEG Technician conducts and prepares patients for routine Electroneurodiagnostic (END) procedures, including EEG, Evoked Potentials, and specialized studies in a clinical setting. The technician collects data pertinent to interpreting test results and assists medical staff with complex recordings. The role requires clinical experience equivalent to three or more years of training in the field and a high school diploma or equivalent. An associate’s degree or completion of an accredited END or Neurodevelopmental Treatment program is preferred. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required, while eligibility for Certification in Neurodiagnostic Technology is preferred.

The position involves obtaining patient histories, recognizing and addressing recording artifacts, maintaining patient safety, explaining procedures, and using basic infection control practices. The technician adapts communication and care to each patient population and works with patients, families, physicians, and clinical staff. The role also requires compliance with applicable laws, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and the employer’s Compliance & Privacy Program.

This is a patient-care role with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The physical demands are classified as Medium Work, including exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. The schedule may be flexible and include nights, weekends, and extended shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Clinical experience equivalent to three or more years of training in the field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software packages, and keyboard use.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set priorities and work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and extended shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Completion of an END Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• Completion of a Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) Program accredited by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET).
• Eligibility for Certification in Neurodiagnostic Technology.

Responsibilities

• Gather information from patients, patient records, and family members, including neurological symptoms and medications, to prepare an accurate, comprehensive patient history.
• Recognize patient or environmental artifacts, document them, and eliminate them or take appropriate measures to monitor them.
• Ensure patient safety and take appropriate action during patient emergencies.
• Interact with patients, families, physicians, and clinical staff, and explain test procedures to patients and family members present.
• Practice basic infection control procedures for patients and equipment, including electrodes.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient, employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns immediately.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED