Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist 1

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 92,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Pension plans

Vacation time

Sick leave

Holidays

Transit discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR is seeking an Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist 1. This regular full-time role is scheduled Day Shift (0630–1700) with a 1.00 FTE and offers competitive compensation based on experience.

The IONM Technologist prepares patients for routine IONM procedures, executes tests within competency, and documents findings for physician interpretation. Candidates should have 3+ years in neurodiagnostics with CNIM certification and BLS, and a

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field, including one year in the specialty modality.
• Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate’s Degree from accredited Allied Health Neurodiagnostic Education Program (CAAHEP) OR 2 years’ experience as internal END Tech.
• BLS certification.
• Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET and/or D.ABNM.

Responsibilities

• Patient Preparation. The IONM Technologist documents a comprehensive patient history including neurological symptoms and medications.
• Procedures. The IONM Technologist performs procedures appropriate to their competence, according to the policy and procedures, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety and other related duties.
• Equipment Maintenance. Maintains clean testing equipment, maintains proper sanitization of supplies and surrounding area, and reports equipment malfunctions in writing to our engineer.
• Miscellaneous. Performs advanced test; prepares reports of recordings for interpretation by physician; edits, types, archives and stores files in accordance to lab policy.

Skills

Three years of experience in neurodiag

Education

Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate’s Degree from accredited Allied Health Neurodiagnostic Education Program (CAAHEP)

Job description

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist 1

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-40582

Position Category: Allied Health

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Posting Department: HC.Clin Neurophysiology

Posting Salary Range: $44.13 - $60.61 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity

Posting FTE: 1.00

Posting Schedule: Day Shift

Posting Hours: 0630 - 1700

HR Mission: Healthcare

Drug Testable: Yes

Department Overview

The IONM Technologist prepares patients and conducts routine outpatient and inpatient IONM procedures; collects data pertinent to the interpretation of test results and assists medical staff with complex recordings.

The IONM Specialist 1 is able to work independently performing their principal duties and responsibilities. The specialist has the ability to monitor basic neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery in which neural structures are at risk, such as aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, brain and spine tumors, and spinal fusions. The technologist demonstrates willingness to learn new skills and advance their intraoperative neuromonitoring and patient care techniques.

Function/Duties of Position

• Patient Preparation. The IONM Technologist documents a comprehensive patient history including neurological symptoms and medications.
• Procedures. The IONM Technologist performs procedures appropriate to theircompetence, according to the policy and procedures, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety and other related duties. Strong, well developed communication skills are essential for this position.
• Equipment Maintenance. Maintains clean testing equipment, maintains proper sanitization of supplies and surrounding area, and reports equipmentmalfunctions in writing to our engineer.
• Miscellaneous. Performs advanced test; prepares reports of recordings for interpretation by physician; edits, types, archives and stores files in accordance to lab policy. The IONM technologist communicates appropriately and effectively with the patient to convey the purpose of the test, and answer questions surrounding the test as well as with higher level personnel. Understands why and how to troubleshoot common artifacts and protocols with a conscious effort to maintain safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field which includes one year experience in their specialty modality of practice.
• Bachelor’s DegreeORAssociate’s Degree from accredited Allied Health Neurodiagnostic Education Program (CAAHEP)OR2 years’ experience as an internal END Tech
• BLS certification
• Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET and/or D.ABNM

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Familiarity with in-house monitoring equipment
• Ability to perform basic spine and basic craniotomy cases
• Ability to interpret intraoperative EP, EMG, and EEG independently or under indirect supervision.
• Computer literacy
• Attention to detail, vigilance, poise and composure in stressful situations
• Ability to troubleshoot common monitoring problems
• Clear, concise written documentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of current techniques/regulatory standards
• Promotes a cooperative working relationship with each other, physicians, other disciplines to foster a harmonious work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• HRC, DCH and KPV.
• Possible exposure to human tissue/fluids with direct patient contact

Additional Details

Benefits:

• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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