EEG Technologist (Electroencephalography Technologist)

Location: VA Puget Sound Health Care System – Seattle, WA
Schedule: Full-time (40 hrs/week) | Typically Mon–Fri, 0700–1530 or 0730–1600
Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time Equivalent)

Compensaton: Starting at 55.00/hr plus 5.09 for Health and Wellness

Position Overview

The EEG Technologist performs electroencephalography (EEG) procedures and related neurodiagnostic testing to support Neurology services within a VA medical center. This role is responsible for recording brain electrical activity, ensuring high-quality diagnostic data, and delivering excellent patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced EEG procedures including awake, sleep, portable studies, and long-term monitoring (LTM/CCTV)
• Operate EEG and evoked potential equipment to record electrical brain activity
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures
• Verify patient identity using proper protocols and safety standards
• Explain procedures clearly to patients to ensure comfort and cooperation
• Safely transfer and position patients using proper handling techniques
• Set up, calibrate, and adjust neurodiagnostic equipment for accurate recordings
• Collect and document patient clinical information and maintain accurate records
• Ensure quality and accuracy of EEG recordings prior to physician interpretation
• Maintain and troubleshoot EEG equipment per manufacturer guidelines
• Communicate effectively with neurologists, providers, and care teams
• Maintain a clean, safe clinical environment and follow infection control procedures
• Participate in quality assurance activities and continuous learning

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of current EEG experience
  • Experience in hospital settings including inpatient, outpatient, ED, and ICU
• Certification:
  • EEG certification required (e.g., ABRET or equivalent)
• Licensure:
  • Active, full, and unrestricted license (if applicable per state requirements)
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Ability to independently perform routine and complex EEG procedures
  • Strong knowledge of neurodiagnostic equipment and protocols
  • Excellent patient care and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a clinical environment

Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.

Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector.​ Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.​

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.