Neurodiagnostic Tech I

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

4/1/2026

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

510027

Job Title:

Neurodiagnostic Tech I

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Neurodiagnostic Tech I conducts basic electroencephalograms as well as observes, learns, and starts to assist with more complex electroneurodiagnostic testing.  This position is responsible for the successful completion of daily laboratory operations with the main emphasis on high quality patient related procedures which adhere to the guidelines and technical standards as set forth by the American Electroencephalographic Society as published in the Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology (Vol. 11, No. 1). The work is designed to develop proficiency and expertise in the technical aspects of electroneurodiagnostic testing work while learning more complex laboratory procedures.

The UW Health Neurodiagnostic Tech I is a multi-skilled allied health professional who may perform diagnostic testing procedures including, but not limited to, electroencephalograms (EEG), long-term monitoring for epilepsy (LTM), and intensive care unit and continuous EEG monitoring (ICU/EEG). This work is performed under the direct supervision of more senior staff and a physician who is responsible for interpretation and clinical correlation of the results. This physician may not be physically present during the procedures and so the technologist must learn to be able to analyze data during the recording, making certain that the information being obtained is valid and interpretable. A relevant patient history obtained by the technologist guides to some degree how the test will be conducted; therefore, he/she must be knowledgeable in clinical neurology. This employee will work in a variety of settings. Studies may be performed in an outpatient laboratory, emergency room, operating room, intensive care unit, special monitoring units or at the patient's bedside.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Assesses and readies patient recording environment to provide quality assurance of operational instrumentation and patient safety. Equipment must meet latest standards of American EEG Society and the International Federation of Societies for EEG and Clinical Neurophysiology.

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Reviews and abstracts pertinent patient neurological history from medical chart to assess indication and correlation of requested electroneurodiagnostic procedure. Reviews, analyzes and prepares descriptive report following conclusion of electroneurodiagnostic procedures.

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Interacts with the patient, relatives, etc. regarding procedural direction and information, developing patient rapport and confidence.

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Prepares patient for particular electroneurodiagnostic procedure with precise application of International 10-20 System of electrode placement utilizing FDA accepted safety electrodes and connectors. Uses electrolyte to reduce electrode impedances so as to assist in obtaining technically interpretable recording.

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Implements alternative methods and/or makes necessary adjustments to obtain optimal recording, adapting procedure to particular clinical circumstance. This frequently includes appropriate changes in use of specialized recording equipment, use of extra electrodes, montages and activation procedures.

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Recognizes and identifies basic electroneurodiagnostic normal, abnormal and variant patterns which at times demands immediate communication with senior staff and/or supervisor as well as the appropriate neurologists and other medical staff attending the patient. Records other physiological parameters as indicated, i.e.: electrocardiogram, eye movement, respiration monitoring, etc.

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Recognizes patient and/or environmental artifacts and takes proper steps to document, eliminate and/or monitor. Demonstrates ability to tactfully handle stressful situations and makes effective judgment calls throughout procedure. Ensures patient safety during procedure and takes appropriate action should emergency situations arise.

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Observes, learns and then starts to participate in supervised advanced procedures in special testing areas such as cerebral dominance testing, electrocerebral inactivity procedures, status epilepticus recordings, electrocorticography, cortical mapping and stimulation.

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Learns and then starts to participate in supervised long-term video epilepsy monitoring utilizing both surface and intracranially placed electrodes. Learns to scan, recognize, reformat and evaluate digitally recorded data as it relates to recorded seizure patterns.

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Learns and then participate in pre-procedural functions such as communication with appropriate medical personnel, support staff and patients regarding scheduling as it relates to appointment times, sedation needs, etc.

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Learns and then participates in post-procedural functions such as networking and archiving recorded data, updating patient files and databases.

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Participates in in-service instructional and information sessions as well as attends scientific conferences related to field of expertise. Recognizes and expresses desire for continuing education.

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Other duties as assigned

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Will provide all patients age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening and interpretation of clinical and laboratory data. Develops and implements age appropriate interventional plans of care including education within the parameters of their position responsibilities and licensure

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility for graduation within the next three months from an approved school of Electroneurodiagnostic Technology-certificate, associate’s or bachelor’s degree.

Required

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One year of on-the-job training and experience within a UWHealth EEG department as a practicing Neurodiagnostic Assistant, training to be an EEG Technologist.

Required

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Two years combination of training and experience as a practicing clinical Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist or other clinical certification with similar patient care experience.

Required

Graduate of an approved Electroneurodiagnostic technology (END) program-certificate, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation and in the process of obtaining registry by the American Board of Registration of Electroneurodiagnostic Technology in Electroencephalography preferred.

Preferred

CPR/BLS certification

Upon Hire

Required

In the process of obtaining registry by the American Board of Registration of Electroneurodiagnostic Technology in Electroencephalography

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Knowledge of currently accepted standards of practice when performing clinical neurophysiology testing.

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Thorough knowledge of electroneurodiagnostic procedures and practices.

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Effective oral and written communication skills.

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Positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, departmental co-workers, physicians and other medical staff.

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Knowledge of neuroanatomy and physiology, basic electronics and electrical safety, digital recording systems, pattern recognition and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence the electroneurodiagnostic procedure.

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Knowledge of universal infection control standards and its effect on laboratory practices.

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Ability to apply supervisory techniques and instructional methods to junior staff and student technologists.

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Knowledge of latest electroneurodiagnostic practices, procedures and digital systems and ability to apply in laboratory setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10#

Negligible

Negligible

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Light: Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that they can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.

up to 20#

Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls.

Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight

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Medium: Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that they can also do sedentary and light work.

20-50#

10-25#

Negligible-10#

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Heavy: Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that they can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

50-100#

25-50#

10-20#

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Very Heavy: Very heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more. If someone can do very heavy work, we determine that they can also do heavy, medium, light, and sedentary work.

Over 100#

Over 50#

Over 20#

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.