EEG Technician

Overview and Responsibilities

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EEG Technologist I | Neurodiagnostic Technologist | EEG Tech | Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (END Tech) 

Role Summary:

Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking an EEG Technologist to support advanced neurodiagnostic testing within the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and inpatient neurology services. The selected candidate will perform routine and specialized electroencephalogram (EEG) studies, ensure accurate diagnostic recordings, and collaborate with neurologists and multidisciplinary teams to support timely diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders.

 

Success in this role requires expertise in EEG acquisition, electrode application, artifact recognition, patient monitoring, and the ability to maintain high standards of patient safety, data quality, and clinical documentation.

 

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Work Model: On-Site

Facility: Johns Hopkins Hospital

Travel Requirement: None

Schedule: Friday - Sunday 5:00 PM - 6:30 AM Weekend and holiday coverage required

Important Eligibility Requirement

🚨 Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from Johns Hopkins Hospital (JHH) to be considered for this assignment. Candidates residing within 50 miles of JHH are not eligible for consideration.

 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Weekly pay
• Access to opportunities within the Johns Hopkins Health System
• Flexible temporary assignment structure
• Exposure to a nationally recognized academic medical center
• Professional development opportunities within a leading neurology program

 

Top Responsibilities

• Perform routine, continuous, and long-term EEG studies for physician interpretation.
• Obtain patient histories and prepare patients for neurodiagnostic procedures.
• Apply electrodes using the International 10-20 and 10-10 Electrode Placement Systems.
• Perform Collodion electrode application for long-term epilepsy monitoring.
• Conduct Video EEG monitoring and assist with specialized neurological procedures, including Wada testing.
• Monitor EEG recordings for artifacts, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain recording quality.
• Recognize basic and intermediate EEG patterns and communicate significant findings to physicians and clinical staff.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and preparation of recordings for neurologist interpretation.
• Clean, disinfect, maintain, and troubleshoot neurodiagnostic equipment and supplies.
• Participate in departmental education, quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and research activities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, technologists, and interdisciplinary care teams to support excellent patient outcomes.

Interview Process

Intrastaff Recruiter Screening

Hiring Manager Review

Clinical Interview

Offer Extension

Onboarding & Clearance Process

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience: 

 

Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EEG, neurodiagnostic testing, epilepsy monitoring, electroneurodiagnostic technology, or a related healthcare setting.
• Experience performing EEG recordings in a clinical environment.
• Ability to apply electrodes using the International 10-20 system.
• Strong understanding of EEG procedures, patient preparation, and recording protocols.
• Proficiency in recognizing EEG artifacts and troubleshooting technical issues.

Preferred

• Graduate of an accredited Electroneurodiagnostic Technology (END/EET) Program

Certifications & Licenses:

Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification upon hire
• Registry Eligible according to ABRET guidelines upon hire

Preferred

• Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.) through ABRET
• Graduate of an accredited Electroneurodiagnostic Technology (END/EET) Program

 

 

 

 

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.