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Principle EEG Tech
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What they do
An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.
$78,285 / year median in California
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Description At the level of Principal EEG Technologist, it is expected that the individual show self-direction and initiative with minimal supervision. The basic elements of EEG and EP acquisition already should be mastered as well as artifact detection/elimination skills. Advanced techniques are mastered and applied independently at this level, such as intra-operative monitoring of complex procedures or long-term epilepsy monitoring with depth electrodes. The technologist should be able to describe EEG and EP findings to junior faculty in a review style format. The Principal EEG Technologist must be flexible enough to learn new and advanced protocols when needed. Principal EEG Technologists should serve as resources for junior staff. The Principal EEG Technologist is expected to take responsibility for certain specific aspects of laboratory organization and serve as the lead lab team member in those individual areas of responsibility. The Principal EEG Technologist will maintain national registration credentials in the areas of technology relevant to each area in which the technologist works. You will acquire continuing education units as recommended by the national accrediting body in the field, and keep up to date in changes and advances.