Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Tech - 139486

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); Vor Ort; USD 124.132 - 154.408; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of California San Diego is seeking an Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Technologist to collaborate with neurophysiologists during surgical procedures, performing monitoring to ensure patient safety. Minimum qualifications include ABRET CNIM certification within two years and two years of experience in surgical neurophysiology. The position offers a salary range from $124,132 to $154,408 annually. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in EEG, EMG, and related tools, ensuring high-quality monitoring for complex surgeries.

Qualifikationen

• ABRET CNIM qualified, within two years of hire.
• Two years of experience in surgical neurophysiology.
• Competence in programming necessary related equipment.

Aufgaben

• Monitor the nervous system during surgeries to avoid complications.
• Perform recording and monitoring for various surgical cases.
• Aid in patient preparation and ensure quality of care.

Kenntnisse

EEG

EMG

SSEP

tcMEP

AEP

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

CAAHEP Diploma

Current R. EEG T or R. EP T

Tools

Cadwell

Jobbeschreibung

Reassignment Applicants

Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Description

Under the direction of a supervising neurophysiologist, the Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Technologist works alongside neurophysiologists 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 perform other duties as assigned. All performance expectations associated with this position are to be performed at a journey‑level.

Minimum 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 complex spine, brain/brain stem, and vascular surgeries.
• Required educational credentials:
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

• DABNM, REEG, REPT.
• BA/BS; MS, PhD level education and/or other allied health degree or certification.
• Advanced capabilities including Electrocorticography (ECoG) with strips/grids, central sulcus localization, stimulation protocols for brain mapping (awake language and awake/asleep motor including continuous intracranial MEPs), DBS neurophysiology, peripheral nerve evaluations including the ephaptic response, and brainstem/spinal cord stimulation/mapping.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $124,132 - $154,408 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%).

Hourly Equivalent: $59.45 - $73.95.

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. Misconduct means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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