IOM Apprentice - FT

UMC Health System; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

On-site counseling

Retirement match

Paid time off

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking an IOM Apprentice to support intraoperative monitoring in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures. The role requires collaboration with the Neurophysiology Lab and reading physicians while learning IOM software and equipment.

Responsibilities include attending on‑the‑job training, maintaining supplies, documenting NIOM cases post training, and completing required IOM education hours or a CAAHEP diploma.

Qualifications

• Experience with intraoperative monitoring modalities.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively participate in on the job training which may include workshops and training with IOM Technician or Supervisor
• Learn to operate and troubleshoot IOM software and equipment
• Communicate and coordinate with reading physician before and during all procedures
• Maintain supplies
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities that will enable optimal patient care while performing IOM modalities in surgery
• Store all patient documents used for procedure in the Neuro share drive
• All other assigned duties related to Anesthesia Education and Experience
• Documentation of 150 NIOM cases post training
• 30 IOM educational hours or CAAHEP diploma
• Documentation of 100 NIOM cases post training

Skills

IOM modalities

EEG/evoked potentials

Anesthesia interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CAAHEP diploma

NIOM case documentation

Tools

IOM software

IOM equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The IOM Apprentice is responsible for accompanying the performance of intraoperative monitoring activities in accordance with the policies set by UMC Health System and the Neuro-monitory department for preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative procedures. Must demonstrate the ability to deviate from established protocols as needed. Reports to:

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Attend and actively participate in on the job training which may include workshops and training with IOM Technician or Supervisor
• Learn to operate and troubleshoot IOM software and equipment
• Communicate and coordinate with reading physician before and during all procedures
• Maintain supplies
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities that will enable optimal patient care while performing IOM modalities in surgery
• Store all patient documents used for procedure in the Neuro share drive
• All other assigned duties related to Anesthesia Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree and
• Documentation of 150 NIOM cases post training
• 30 IOM educational hours or CAAHEP diploma
• Documentation of 100 NIOM cases post training

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

• Basic Life Skills Certification (BLS)

Skills and Abilities

Evidence of competency in the following modalities: IONM, somatosensory evoked potentials, spontaneous and evoked electromyography, electroencephalography, and motor evoked potentials

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists
• Ability to read and interpret instructions that may be furnished in written or oral diagram or scheduled form
• High degree of proficiency in specialized EEG and/or evoked potential procedures

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Ability to interact cordially and effectively with all patients of the Neurophysiology Lab. This role will interact with department physicians, residents, anesthesia team, and OR staff

Physical Capabilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds. There are extended periods of time standing, sitting, or frequent walking. Visual acuity (computers, typing, reading, writing) is required for assigned duties.

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position is subject to indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high- risk area for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*

Benefits

• Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC

Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as "One of the Best Places to Work in Texas" by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates