EEG Technologist
Oakland, California
Highland Hospital

EEG Tech Travel/Contract Job in California (Oakland)

Job Details

• Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Work Setting: Both outpatient and inpatient settings

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required
  • Preferred: ABRET, R.EEGT
• Skills:

  • Ambulatory EEG
  • Electrode placement
  • Assist with Nerve Conduction Studies (Electromyography)
• Preferred Skills:

  • Adult inpatient/outpatient experience
  • ICU experience
  • Seizure studies
  • Sleep Deprived EEG
  • SSEP (Somatosensory Evoked Potentials)
  • Ability to check, operate, and calibrate electromyographic equipment
  • Experience with EPIC electronic health record system
  • Experience in community hospital settings
• Accepts first-time travelers: Yes

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Identification: Valid Driver’s License or Passport (photo ID, color, clearly visible)
• Background Checks: Must be completed within 90 days prior to start, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • 7-year Nationwide, County, and National Criminal searches
  • FACIS Level 3
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • OIG Sanction Search
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM verification
• Education Verification: Highest level of education verified and must meet minimum requirements
• Physical Exam: Within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, NP, or APRN confirming good health and ability to perform job duties
• Fit Mask Test: Within 90 days of start; acceptable masks include 3M 8210, 3M 1860S, 3M 1860R; PAPR accepted if fit test failed (approval required)
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or signed declination (TD not accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray updated annually
  • TB Questionnaire updated annually
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccinations or positive IgG titer)
  • Hepatitis B positive titer or signed declination (declinable)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination proof
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or declination required annually by November 6; masking required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
• Drug Testing: Oral saliva drug screen within 30 days of start; rapid tests not accepted; must cover specified analytes including amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, opiates, oxycodone, PCP
• Photo for Badge: Passport style, no filters, required for facility badge
• Competencies: Must complete facility-specific competencies and new employee orientation modules by end of first day; failure to complete within 14 days results in termination
• References: Two professional references required (Aya Healthcare requirement)
• Employment History: Resume covering last 7 years and verification of past 3 years of employment required

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.
• The facility uses EPIC electronic health records.
• This role involves working in a community hospital environment.