EEG Technician

St. Joseph Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The EEG Technician works in the Electrocardiology Department and diagnoses neurological conditions by preparing patients, conducting EEG tests, and monitoring brain activity. The technician works closely with physicians to identify abnormalities, ensure patient safety, support critical care through accurate testing, and maintain equipment. This is a per diem (PD/PRN) position, working day shifts of 8 hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., as needed.

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 maintenance of current certification.

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 such as seizure activity or 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 to ensure safety and respond to seizures or emergencies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree