Bring your EEG expertise to a growing neurodiagnostic program where the quality of every recording can shape diagnosis, treatment, and a patient’s path forward. UVA Health is seeking an experienced Neurodiagnostic Technologist to perform routine and advanced EEG studies for patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. This is an opportunity to join a supportive, patient-focused EEG and Epilepsy team , contribute with a high degree of independence, and serve as a trusted clinical and technical resource as the program expands.
The Role As a Neurodiagnostic Technologist 2, you will combine technical precision, clinical judgment, and compassionate communication to produce high-quality studies that neurologists and other healthcare professionals rely on for patient care. You will work with both inpatient and outpatient populations, adapting your approach to varied neurological presentations, patient needs, and technical challenges. This role is well suited for an experienced EEG technologist who is comfortable organizing an independent workload while remaining actively connected to a collaborative team.
You will be encouraged to share your knowledge, assist colleagues, and help newer technologists build confidence and capability. In an average day, you will: Perform routine and advanced EEG studies in accordance with established protocols and quality standards. Review relevant patient history and prepare an appropriate, patient-centered approach to each study.
Explain procedures clearly, help patients feel informed and comfortable, and adjust communication based on individual needs. Obtain technically accurate , clinically useful recordings across a variety of patient populations and neurological conditions. Identify and troubleshoot artifact , equipment, electrode, and recording challenges while protecting study integrity.
Complete accurate , timely documentation and communicate relevant information to physicians and other healthcare professionals. Manage your daily workload independently, recognize priorities, and respond proactively to the needs of the lab. Support colleagues when needed and contribute to a culture of shared accountability.
Serve as a mentor and technical resource for newer EEG technologists , sharing best practices and practical guidance. Remain adaptable and receptive to feedback while learning UVA Health workflows, protocols, and departmental standards. This is an on-site outpatient lab position with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The environment offers an appealing combination of focused independent practice, meaningful patient interaction, and close collaboration with neurology and epilepsy professionals. Why UVA Health At UVA Health, neurodiagnostic testing is an essential part of a broader academic environment dedicated to understanding and treating complex neurological disease . The EEG and Epilepsy team works alongside experienced providers whose clinical focus includes epilepsy, difficult-to-control seizures, clinical neurophysiology, and comprehensive evaluation and treatment.
The program is expanding services and performing more extended studies to improve access and meet growing patient needs. For an experienced technologist, that growth creates an opportunity to make an immediate contribution while helping shape a strong, consistent, and patient-centered service. What makes this opportunity distinctive: Meaningful clinical variety through routine and advanced EEG testing across inpatient and outpatient populations.
Collaboration with neurologists, epilepsy specialists, and other healthcare professionals in an academic healthcare setting. A small-team environment where your initiative, reliability, and expertise have visible impact. The autonomy to manage your work independently, paired with a team that values collaboration and mutual support.
Opportunities to mentor developing technologists and strengthen clinical practice across the department . A leader committed to providing the training, resources, feedback, and encouragement employees need to grow with confidence. The chance to join a program focused on service expansion, enhanced access to care, and a consistently high-quality patient experience.
A culture that welcomes relevant experience from different clinical settings while supporting experienced technologists as they learn established UVA Health workflows. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Why People Love Living in Charlottesville Charlottesville combines the energy, culture, and dining of a larger metropolitan area with access to the natural beauty of Central Virginia and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Healthcare professionals can enjoy hiking, cycling, scenic drives, local vineyards, arts and music, a pedestrian-friendly Downtown Mall, and a strong independent restaurant community. With urban neighborhoods, surrounding rural communities, and year-round University activities, Charlottesville offers a welcoming setting for professionals and families seeking career opportunity , community connection, and an active life outside of work .
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited formal medical education program such as CVT, EMT, Paramedic, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, Sonography, or Associate’s Degree or greater in a Health Sciences related field. Radiography Technician preferred.
Clinical patient care experience, 2 years or more strongly preferred.
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