What are the responsibilities and job description for the IOM Technologist - New Albany, IN/Louisville, KY position at MPOWERHealth?
Overview
Compensation and Benefits at MPOWERHealth:
- Comprehensive health benefits & wellbeing program with opportunity to earn 100% employer paid health insurance and $1,500 towards Health Savings Account company contributions annually
- Competitive 401(k) company match with immediate vesting
- IOM Technologists are eligible for a quarterly utilization incentive up to $2,000 per quarter
- Monetary travel incentive and travel perks available: earn between $150-250 per case day while traveling for case coverage
- On-call pay
- Advanced case training available
- Vacation, sick time & company paid holidays included
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Territory Manager, the IOM Technologist is responsible for conducting preoperative assessments, intraoperative monitoring, and post-operative reporting. This role requires a deep understanding of neurophysiology and the ability to interpret data in real-time.
- Preoperative Assessment: Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including medical history review and explanation of the neuromonitoring process. Accurately apply recording electrodes according to standardized protocols.
- Equipment Setup and Calibration: Prepare and configure neuromonitoring equipment for optimal performance. Implement troubleshooting procedures as needed.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuously monitor patient's neurological status during surgical procedures. Analyze electrophysiological data to identify potential neurological changes. Collaborate with the surgical team to optimize patient care.
- Data Analysis and Interpretation: Interpret complex waveforms and patterns to detect abnormalities. Correlate findings with surgical events and patient conditions, and communicate with appropriate staff.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records of all monitoring activities, including patient information, equipment settings, waveforms, and clinical observations.
- Quality Improvement: Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Professional Development: Participate in continuing education programs to stay updated on the latest advancements in neuromonitoring.
Qualifications
Must Have
- CNIM or CNIM-eligible required. *This is not a training position. To apply to the MPOWERHealth Neuromonitoring Training Academy, click here.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
- Valid Driver License.
- Current AHA CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of IONM experience.
- Strong knowledge of neuroanatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desired Skills
- Experience with advanced modalities preferred, not required.
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, and stoop for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and transport equipment, up to 45 pounds.
- Manual dexterity for applying electrodes and operating equipment.
Work Environment
- Exposure to surgical environments and potential biohazards.
- Ability to adapt to variable work schedules, including on-call responsibilities.
- This position is located in New Albany, Indiana / Louisville, KY
It is the policy of MPOWERHealth not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
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