EEG Technician jobs in California
EEG Technician performs electroencephalograms in accordance with established practices and procedures. Attaches electrodes to the patient. Being an EEG Technician records impulse frequencies and differences in electrical potential between various areas of the brain to obtain data for use in the diagnosis of brain disorders. Provides preliminary diagnostic evaluation and notifies neurologist of results of examinations. Additionally, EEG Technician consults with neurologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The EEG Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an EEG Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added EEG Technician jobs
EEG Technician
- Health eCareers
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Moreno Valley, CA
FULL_TIME
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Job Summary
Under indirect supervision, operates EEG equipment and performs a variety of technical duties to measures impulse frequencies and differences in electrical potential between various areas of the brain on patients in order to obtain data for use by a physician in the diagnosis of brain disorders.
Essential Responsibilities- Interview patients and review medical records to determine physical and emotional state so as to be prepared to perform remedial action or call for assistance. 2. Screen incoming EEG referrals for urgency and appropriate activation procedures. 3. Advise patient on the E.E.G. procedure. 4. Position patient for testing; attach electrodes to patient in predetermined positions on forehead, scalp and ears in conformance with established practices and procedures or instructions of physician. 5. Record ohmmeter reading of electrodes or determine if resistance meets specified levels; reapply any surface electrodes that have high resistance. 6. Monitor patients brain wave activity to determine readiness for examination; set battery of selector switched as determined by EEG procedure in progress and activate machine. 7. Observe wave characteristics to detect evidence of brain disorders; mark machine graph and refer rare or complex cases to physicians; observe patient and eliminate from consideration all artifacts patiently- induced or induced by activity near the EEG center. 8. Record reactions to introduced stimuli such as flashing lights or intermittent tones or to activities induced by rapid breathing. 9. Stop machine and remove electrodes from patient; identify EEG graph with patients name, etc., and log information. 10 Examine characteristics of tracings in detail to detect any evidence of disorders not noted during examination; write reports on unusual wave characteristics and describe possible problems; comment on any special observations. 11 Monitor EMG as required; perform sleep studies and special studies such as brain deaths. 12 Perform other duties as required to include preparing monthly patient schedule, compiling laboratory statistics, writing and filing regular reports, cleaning and stocking machines and other supplies, sending dictated EEG reports to physicians, performing minor maintenance, and attending training meetings.
Basic Qualifications:
Knowledge of neurology. Six months experience working as an EEG Technician within the last three years. Basic electrical safety and electronics. Will perform in-patient and outpatient testing. Must be able to transport equipment from clinic to hospital. Must be able to take appointment information from various areas of the hospital and clinic, and contact patients when necessary. Majority of work will entail routine EEG and evoked potentials.
Education- EEG Technician certificate. High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Preferred Qualifications:- Computer skills in KPHC and Point preferred.
- Interview patients and review medical records to determine physical and emotional state so as to be prepared to perform remedial action or call for assistance. 2. Screen incoming EEG referrals for urgency and appropriate activation procedures. 3. Advise patient on the E.E.G. procedure. 4. Position patient for testing; attach electrodes to patient in predetermined positions on forehead, scalp and ears in conformance with established practices and procedures or instructions of physician. 5. Record ohmmeter reading of electrodes or determine if resistance meets specified levels; reapply any surface electrodes that have high resistance. 6. Monitor patients brain wave activity to determine readiness for examination; set battery of selector switched as determined by EEG procedure in progress and activate machine. 7. Observe wave characteristics to detect evidence of brain disorders; mark machine graph and refer rare or complex cases to physicians; observe patient and eliminate from consideration all artifacts patiently- induced or induced by activity near the EEG center. 8. Record reactions to introduced stimuli such as flashing lights or intermittent tones or to activities induced by rapid breathing. 9. Stop machine and remove electrodes from patient; identify EEG graph with patients name, etc., and log information. 10 Examine characteristics of tracings in detail to detect any evidence of disorders not noted during examination; write reports on unusual wave characteristics and describe possible problems; comment on any special observations. 11 Monitor EMG as required; perform sleep studies and special studies such as brain deaths. 12 Perform other duties as required to include preparing monthly patient schedule, compiling laboratory statistics, writing and filing regular reports, cleaning and stocking machines and other supplies, sending dictated EEG reports to physicians, performing minor maintenance, and attending training meetings.
- 6 Days Ago
EEG Technician
- Kaiser Permanente
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Moreno Valley, CA
OTHER
- Job Summary: Under indirect supervision, operates EEG equipment and performs a variety of technical duties to measures impulse frequencies and differences in electrical potential between various areas...
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EEG technician
- Orange County Neurology, Inc
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Mission Viejo, CA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionOrange County Neurology, Inc. (OCN) was established in 2005 with mission of providing outstanding neurological care and services to the communities of Orange County, CA. OCN prides ...
- 1 Day Ago
Travel EEG Technician
- Fusion Medical Staffing
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Los Angeles, CA
FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
- Job DescriptionInterested in making a positive impact? You’ve come to the right place. At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we’re always looking for p...
- 16 Days Ago
Neurology (EEG) Technician I
- UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary: This is a clinical position where the incumbent performs neuro-diagnostic testing including EEG studies in both the outpatient ambulatory and inpatient settings. Incumbent must be te...
- 20 Days Ago
EEG Technician - (1099)
- NeuLine Health Management
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Los Angeles, CA
CONTRACTOR
- NeuLine Health is seeking qualified individuals, (must be proficient with 10/20 electrode placement) for employment in LA and surrounding area. The job entails setting up and disconnecting patients fo...
- 23 Days Ago
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- Beth Israel Lahey Health
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Plymouth, MA
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- OSF Healthcare
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Registered EEG Technician
- Arkansas Children's Hospital
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Little Rock, AR
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- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
EEG Technician
- MedPro Staffing
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Oak Lawn, IL
- MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality EEG Technician for a cont...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
EEG Technician
- Trinity Health
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Grand Rapids, MI
- If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a team that is transforming care in the community and leading the way...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
EEG Technician
- MedPro Healthcare Staffing
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Elmhurst, IL
- MedPro Healthcare Staffing , a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality EEG Technician for a con...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
EEG Technician
- Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County
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Indianapolis, IN
- Division:Eskenazi Health Sub-Division: Hospital Req ID: 20688 Schedule: Full Time Shift: Days Eskenazi Health serves as ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
EEG Technician
- Nemours Foundation
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Orlando, FL
- * $2500 Sign on Bonus* This position is for a Neurotechnologist. The primary role of the Neurotechnologist is to perform...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Income Estimation for EEG Technician jobs
$55,204 to $69,533
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What does an EEG Technician do?
EEG Technician in New Britain, CT
We Require Technicians for State of the Art Fieldwork Studies On Clinical, Neuromarketing and Recruitment Projects.
January 19, 2020
EEG Technician in Utica, NY
Prior to an EEG exam, technicians review the patient's medical history; meet with patient/caregivers to explain the procedure and answer questions.
February 08, 2020
EEG Technician in Albuquerque, NM
The EEG Tech measures by means of an electroencephalograph (EEG), impulse frequencies and differences in electrical potential between various areas of the brain, to obtain data for use in the diagnosis of brain disorders.
February 20, 2020
An electroencephalogram (EEG) technician operates, maintains and sometimes services this medical equipment.
January 22, 2020