Epilepsy Monitoring Unit EEG Technologist
Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics (EEG Tech)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

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

Experience Requirements

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

Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (AHA only)
• BLS (AHA only)
• PALS (AHA only)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• State license verification as applicable (VA state license required for CSTs and OR Techs; not required for EEG Tech).
• National certifications for EEG techs are not required, but clinical experience is mandatory.

Compliance & Background Checks

• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • All states lived/worked in past 7 years
  • State of permanent residence
  • VA Statewide Repository Search
  • SS Trace
  • All counties lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Nationwide check
  • FACIS Level 3
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Education verification (proof of diploma accepted)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Fingerprinting required for pediatrics units and certain other units; results can pend but proof of submission must be on file.
• Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check Fingerprint Results required for certain units; results can pend if proof of submission is on file.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination required.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (Q-gold/T-spot within 30 days of start or two PPDs as specified).
• TB questionnaire required annually.
• Titers and/or boosters required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination required.
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum, instant drug screens not accepted).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season.

Additional Requirements

• Must have EMU monitoring experience.
• All requested RTO (Return to Office) must be approved and placed in the contract.
• Candidates must complete required orientation modules and exams (e.g., Pharmacology Exam, Point of Care Testing, Airborne Precaution Mask Fitting).
• Required to complete Virginia Central Registry (CPS) submission process within 48 hours of contract signing; may start with results pending if submission is confirmed.
• Two professional references required.
• Complete application/resume required.
• Skills checklist must be updated annually.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is ideal for EEG techs with pediatric experience who are comfortable working holidays and weekends, and who meet the comprehensive compliance and health requirements.