Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist
Career Description
Electroneurodiagnostic technologists operate electroencephalograph (EEG) machines to record electrical brain activity and diagnose brain disorders, such as stroke and tumors. These technologists obtain complete patient histories before any procedure, affix electrodes in the appropriate positions on the patient’s head and monitor instrumentational feedback. Originally referred to as EEG technologists, electroneurodiagnostic technologists perform many types of complex testing.
Annual Salary
| Entry: $27,310 | Midpoint: $ 34,029 | Experienced: $ 40,747 |
| Source: Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council, 2004 Salary Data | ||
Hourly Wage
| Entry: $13.13 | Midpoint: $16.36 | Experienced: $19.59 |
| Source: Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council, 2004 Salary Data | ||
Academic Requirements
Depending on the employer, on-the-job training may be sufficient for most technologist positions. Often, if one previously has worked in other hospital areas, on-the-job training is appropriate. Some facilities require electroneurodiagnostic technologists to pass a community college or hospital-based formal training program.
Schools
For schools offering programs in electroneurodiagnostic technology, please visit the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Society of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologies Inc.
Professional Associations
National
American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine
American Society of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologies Inc.
Association of Polysomnographic Technologists
