Military Neurodiagnostic (EEG) Technicians
Military Career
General Information
Description
Neurodiagnostic technicians in the Military focus on diagnostic tests related to brain functions. They assist physicians in performing electroencephalography (EEG) tests. They prepare patients for examination and operate EEG equipment to identify organic brain diseases. These specialists also maintain the EEG equipment.
Explore this career outside the MilitaryWork Environment
Neurodiagnostic (EEG) technicians usually work in hospitals and clinics. In combat situations, they may work in mobile field hospitals.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Comparable Industries
- Health Science
Military Outlook
Service Branches
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Military Status
- Enlisted
- Hands-on/specialized
- High school diploma required
Military Workforce
Neurodiagnostic (EEG) Technicians in the Military
925
Salary
Salary Information
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$69,954
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$29,299 - $211,022
What makes up a Military salary?
Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.
They also offer:
- Housing allowances
- Subsistence allowances
- Special and incentive pays
- Cost-of-living allowances
- Hazardous-duty pay
- Bonuses
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Education
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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Associate's degree 48%
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Post-secondary certificate 35%
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Bachelor's degree 16%
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High school 0%
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Some college 0%
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Master's degree 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Post baccalaureate 0%
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Less than high school 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
Military training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Neurodiagnostic (EEG) technicians receive classroom and on-the-job medical training, through which they develop skills in providing basic patient care. Training content may include: Diagnostic methods and proceduresOperation and maintenance of diagnostic equipmentPreparation of patients for testingMethods of resuscitationMinor surgical proceduresEmergency medical treatmentClinical laboratory procedures
Read MoreSkills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Related College Majors
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Knowledge
- Customer and Personal Service
- Computers and Electronics
- English Language
- Psychology
- Medicine and Dentistry
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