Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Tech
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Under the direction of a supervising neurophysiologist, the Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Technologist work alongside neurophysiologist and other physicians in the hospital during surgical procedures, monitoring the nervous system to reduce or avoid complications. Responsibilities include performing recording and monitoring in a variety of cases, such as brain and brainstem procedures for tumors, orthopedic spine procedures for scoliosis, and vascular surgery for aneurysm; aiding in patient preparation, conducting IONM (protecting the nervous system) and following up to ensure quality of care. Additionally, the IONM Technologist may be asked to provide support to inpatient EEG service for EEG and other evoked potentials, and performs other duties as assigned. All performance expectations associated with this position are to be performed at a journey-level.
Qualifications
ABRET CNIM qualified, acquired within two (2) years of hire date, and maintenance of certification. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date. Two (2) years of experience in surgical neurophysiology practicing at the CNIM level. Demonstrate competency in EEG, live EMG, triggered EMG for neural element stimulation, SSEP, tcMEP, T04, and AEP for all patients. Competence in programming the necessary related equipment (Cadwell). Comfortable performing multimodal monitoring in complexspine, brain/brain stem, and vascular surgeries. Required to meet educational requirements: CAAHEP Diploma OR Current R. EEG T or R. EP T. OR Bachelor's Degree (higher degree acceptable) OR Certificate of completion from ABRET recognized program
Job Location
Hillcrest