EEG Technologist
University Of Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

EEG Tech - Richmond, Virginia (Travel/Contract)

Job Summary

• Work in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) performing EEG monitoring and maintenance.
• Cover inpatient EEG requests as needed.
• Must work holidays that fall during scheduled shifts.
• Start date: ASAP.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of EEG tech experience.
• Experience with pediatrics is required.

Required Qualifications

• Must have EMU monitoring experience.
• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service.
• Permanent state license not required for EEG Tech.
• Background checks including criminal, education verification, and others as per facility policy.
• Required certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - as applicable
• National certification not required for EEG Tech; clinical experience is required.
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health requirements:

  • Tdap vaccine or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as per guidelines
  • Titers for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (boosters if low titer)
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption (no declinations accepted)
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum, instant screens not accepted).
• Completion of required orientation modules and competency exams.
• Two professional references required.
• Complete application/resume required.

Additional Requirements

• Must comply with fingerprinting and background check requirements specific to Virginia.
• Must complete Virginia Central Registry submission process within 48 hours of contract signing.
• Must complete abuse reporting competency covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, and neglect/exploitation of vulnerable adults.
• Candidates must be able to bring required items to orientation (mask, headphones, laptop/cell phone or notify if unavailable).

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.

This position is ideal for EEG Technologists with pediatric experience looking for a 13-week travel contract in Richmond, VA, with holiday work required.