EEG Technologist Apprentice

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as a top hospital in the nation, according to the U.S. News and World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

We are looking for a future caregiver to take on the role of an EEG (Electroencephalogram) Technologist Apprentice within our world-class team of caregivers. Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager, the EEG (Electroencephalogram) Technologist Apprentice functions as a trainee and follows established policies and procedures to support functions essential to the operations of the Epilepsy Center.   The EEG Technologist Apprentice will receive training and instruction in performing electroencephalographic examinations and/or epilepsy monitoring. The apprenticeship program will help build, develop, and train aspiring individuals into a successful healthcare career. 

The apprenticeship will start Monday, November16, 2026.   It is recommended all candidates submit current resume with work history with the application.

Shift & Schedule-Full-time: Initial training will begin on 1st Shift: 7:30am-4:00pm (Monday - Friday) OR 11pm-730am (Sunday - Thursday) for 8-12 weeks.

Applicants must have availability to work Night Shifts as well as every other weekend (both Saturday and Sunday) and every other holiday for the duration of the apprenticeship (One full year). 

Location: The apprenticeship will located at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus .

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Applies suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions and selecting appropriate montages.

• Calibrates and adjusts equipment

• Observes patients with video and digital recording equipment; ensures EEG and tape are lined up exactly; checks focus, lighting and microphone

• Abstracts relevant patient information from clinical record and obtains additional information by questioning.

• Applies electrodes, respiration monitors and EKG

• Other duties assigned

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Knowledge of physical and biological sciences normally attained through high school course work with emphasis in those areas

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Languages:

• English

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained within one month of hire.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment.

• Must be able to work in a dynamic ever changing environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum six months direct patient care experience

• completed at minimum one of year post-secondary education( may substitute for experience).

Physical Requirements:

• A high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a PC< normal or corrected vision, extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying 50 pounds

• Ability to assist with positioning and transporting patients, i.e. pushing beds, carts and wheelchairs.

• Ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.