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EMG Technician

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • PerDiem
  • Opening on: May 29 2026
  • Neurology
  • MedBest
  • Neurodiagnostic Technician, G5
  • 74532
  • N/A
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Job Summary:

Responsible for performing Nerve Conduction Studies in an EMG lab according to the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) and the Clinical Neurophysiology Lab standards. Responsibilities include patient safety and providing high quality neurodiagnostic testing.

Candidate will need to be proficient in electrode placement for nerve conduction studies and perform these studies on the median, ulnar, radial, peroneal, tibial, sural nerves etc. by applying the appropriate stimulus and recording responses; able to interpret the waveforms, efficiently adjusts all necessary parameters to obtain comprehensive results; collect and record data and report to attending physicians the preliminary findings.

Work collaboratively and contribute with other technicians, residents and fellows. Additional responsibilities include maintaining, calibrating and troubleshooting equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of an END/Neurodiagnostic Technologist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or completion of at least 12 months of full-time (or equivalent), practical, on-the-job training in nerve conduction studies (NCSs). This period of training must be performed under the direct supervision of a neurologist or physiatrist experienced in electrodiagnostic medicine, preferably an ABEM Diplomate. Additionally, the candidate must have experienced a minimum of 250 patient encounters where NCSs were performed on separate occasions. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates Degree in an allied health profession is preferred. 

Work Days:

M-F Daytime hours

Message to Applicants:

G5: $20.48 - $34.22

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment  Office: MedBest Medical Management

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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