EEG Technologist

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Work Tasks

• Run EEG (Electroencephalograph) machines which record the activity of the brain and its electrical impulses
• Take patient medical histories and help them to relax
• Put electrodes on certain spots on the patient's head and body and adjust the instrument controls
• Watch for changes in the patient's condition and react to emergencies
• Work indoors for hospitals, clinics, labs, doctors, health care groups, urgent care centers, and other medical services
• Work with EEG and other monitoring instruments, controls, electrodes, and patient appointment records

Salary, Size & Growth

• $45,500 average per year ($22.00 per hour)
• A large occupation (164,400 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (1.2% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: On-the-job training
• Employers Prefer: A high school diploma and additional training in a hospital or community college
• Skills/Courses: College courses include health, biology, anatomy, and math.
• Certification/Licensing: Registration is available.