A neurodiagnostic technologist uses specialized equipment to help doctors diagnose problems in the brain or nervous system. As a neurodiagnostic technologist, you may be asked to perform an EEG to assess brain activity. You may also be asked to observe patients during testing. Your main concern as a neurodiagnostic tech is ensuring patient safety while using electrical equipment. While these are your primary duties, you are also expected to have excellent bedside manner in this job. You may need to share test results with patients, so communication skills are essential. A neurodiagnostic technologist may work in a hospital or lab.