Electroencephalogram Technician

Prime Healthcare•Mission, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Regional Medical Center is seeking a per diem Electroencephalogram Technician (EEG Tech), also referred to as a Neurodiagnostic Technician, to work in its Electrocardiology Department. The technician prepares patients, conducts EEG tests, and monitors brain activity to support the identification of neurological conditions. The role works closely with physicians to identify abnormalities, maintain patient safety, and provide accurate testing and equipment maintenance. Shifts are nights, in 12-hour blocks on Saturdays and Sundays, as needed. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, nonprofit hospital serving the Rio Grande Valley with inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital is a member of Prime Healthcare and has provided local healthcare for more than 60 years.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an educational program for EEG technicians.
Two years 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).

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 conditions.
Monitor patient safety during procedures and respond to seizures or emergencies.