Salary : $96,353.92 - $116,340.64 Annually
Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Number: 26-R9A-A
Department: Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVHC)
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 01

Description

Under medical direction to operate and maintain electroencephalographic (EEG) equipment in order to conduct standard and special electroencephalograms, and to learn to conduct other specialized neurophysiologic examinations.
The established eligible list will be used for temporary extra help assignments.
Graduation from an EEG technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education or one (1) year experience in performing EEG exams is required for this position.

Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to work at different sites. We will meet any obligations we may have when this occurs.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - SCVMC is a full-service tertiary acute care teaching hospital with 699 licensed beds providing a wide range of specialized services, including Rehabilitation, Burn, Trauma, and NICU. SCVMC was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as #6 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation and #1 in the West and designated as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hip Fracture, and Pneumonia.

O'Connor Hospital - O'Connor Hospital (OCH) is a 358 licensed bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to residents of Santa Clara County. It was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in the county. OCH has grown significantly over the past five years in both its inpatient volume and its Emergency Department visits. Along with these volume increases other ancillary and clinical departments like imaging, lab, pharmacy, and respiratory have seen growth as well.

St. Louise Regional Hospital - Since 1989, St. Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH) has been caring for the residents in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical specialties. SLRH has 93 beds, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, SLRH maintains a CALSTAR 2 emergency helicopter base on the premises.

Regional Medical Center- Regional Medical Center (RMC) is a 258-bed hospital that is the main emergency healthcare provider for East San José, treating a wide range of critical and life-threatening conditions for more than 60 years. Since the SCVH integration of RMC effective 4/1/25, RMC has expanded the critical services including Level II trauma, Thrombectomy capable Stroke Center and STEMI care, and has been seeing an increased number of emergency visits and inpatient volume.

Typical Tasks

• Applies recording electrodes using standard 10-20 required measured positions on the patient's head and checks their performance with an impedance meter;

• Calibrates, evaluates, adjusts, cleans and maintains EEG equipment notifying supervisor of need for major maintenance and repairs;

• Extracts information from patient's clinical records and interviews patient or family members to obtain additional information;

• Selects predetermined electrode combinations (montages), as well as special combinations as needed for specific cases being studied;

• Obtains EEG recordings (routine, sleep, bedside, and electrocerebral), recognizes artifacts and takes appropriate steps to eliminate them;

• When indicated, monitors other variables such as electromyogram, electrocardiogram, electro-oculogram, respirations, etc.;

• Records various kinds of electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations, and implements alternative methods of adjustment when appropriate;

• Performs routine activation procedures such as hyperventilation and photic stimulation;

• Inserts nasopharyngeal electrodes for sleep studies;

• Completes various billing forms;

• Assigns file numbers to examination documents, logs examination file and files appropriately;

• Learns to perform more complex and specialized examinations such as: geriatric, adult, pediatric and neonatal intensive care monitoring, surgical monitoring, electrocorticography, and evoked potential studies;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;

• Performs related work as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training and/or experience to demonstrate the possession and application of the following knowledge and abilities.
Employment Standards:

Sufficient education, training and/or experience to demonstrate the possession and application of the following knowledge and abilities.

Training and Experience Note:

The required knowledge and abilities are obtained through possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
AND

Graduation from an EEG technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education or one (1) year experience in performing EEG exams.
Eligibility for/or successful completion of the Part I (Written) Examination for registration by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists (ABRET) is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Major neurological, neurosurgical, psychiatric, toxic, and metabolic conditions or other factors which may affect cerebral electrical activity;
  
• The neuroanatomy (descriptive and functional) and neurophsyiology of the central nervous system;
  
• Methods and techniques of obtaining standard range of various kinds of EEGs;
  
• Emergency procedures for care of acutely ill patients;
  
• First aid for all types of seizures;
  
• Medications used by and for clinical neurophysiology patients, including sedatives;
  
• Significance of other neurodiagnostic studies (CAT, arteriogram, etc). .

Ability to:

• Operate, calibrate, and make minor repairs and adjustments to laboratory equipment;
  
• Recognize artifacts and take steps to eliminate the causes;
  
• Work with patients safely and sympathetically, interview patients to obtain information, and gain patient's cooperation in the conducting of tests;
  
• Recognize unusual behavior patterns in patients and deal with emergency situations effectively;
  
• Keep routine records and maintain files;
  
• Learn to perform more complex and specialized examinations such as: intensive care monitoring, surgical monitoring, electrocorticography and evoked potential studies.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the recruitment evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine if an application Passes or Fails at the review stage. For those applications passing employment standards, this information could be critical in subsequent assessments. Answers should be as complete as possible, a response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem an application incomplete and the application will be rejected.
When prompted to describe your experience, please include a detailed description in the following format for EACH employer referenced:
a) Employer name
b) Job title
c) Description of work performed, pertaining to the question asked.

Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School or GED equivalent
• College (1 to 29 semester units / 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester units / 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester units / 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester units / 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester units / 180 or more quarter units)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

03

Have you graduated from an EEG technology program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to question #3, provide the name of the institution and the date you graduated.
05

Do you have experience conducting standard and special electroencephalographic and other clinical neurophysiologic examinations?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered yes to question #5, describe your experience conducting standard and special electroencephalographic and other clinical neurophysiologic examinations. Include in your response the name of employer, dates of employment, hours worked per week and duties performed. If none, state N/A.
07

Do you possess a certificate as an Electroencephalographic Technologist by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists (ABRET)? If yes, please attach a copy of your certificate.

• Yes
• No

08

Please complete this survey carefully. Your responses will determine whether or not you will be referred for a specific position (i.e., geographical location). Please place a mark next to the location(s) in which you would be willing to work.

• Hospital System - Valley Medical Center
• Hospital System - O'Connor Hospital
• Hospital System - Saint Louise Regional Hospital
• Hospital System - Regional Medical Center

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How did you find out about this job?

• Contacted by County Recruiter
• Virtual Job Fair
• In Person Job Fair
• In-Person Networking Professional Event
• Virtual Networking Event
• Community Event
• Glassdoor
• Governmentjobs.com
• Professional Association
• Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
• Hospital Website: SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website
• Contacted by a Recruitment Firm
• Handshake
• Student Career Center
• County Text Message
• County Career Newsletter
• Other (Specify in the next question)
• County Employee Referral
• County of Santa Clara Career Website
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