IOM Technologist 1

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time IOM Technologist 1 to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, FL. This role performs basic IOM modalities under supervision to monitor neural function during surgery and support the surgical team.

The position requires at least 1 year of relevant experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and certification or license as needed. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and certification/license as required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant IOM monitoring experience.
• Ability to learn procedures, technologies, and adapt to priorities.
• Strong communication skills for real-time reporting to the surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic intraoperative monitoring (IOM) modalities under supervision.
• Monitor CNS function during surgery and provide early warnings of potential injury.
• Assist with pre-operative testing and data collection for monitoring.
• Maintain equipment, safety practices, and data confidentiality.
• Document monitoring data and communicate findings to physicians and anesthesia.
• Support a collaborative team environment and ensure adherence to standards.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Associates degree preferred

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time IOM Technologist 1 to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.

CORE SUMMARY:

The IOM Technologist 1, under direct supervision of the Chief IOM Technologist or the physician, performs all basic IOM (Intraoperative Monitoring) modalities, such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and evoked potentials to monitor the functional integrity of certain neural structures. Moreover, the incumbent provides monitoring services to the surgical team, including collecting and analyzing multiple types of recordings and measurements.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Under direct supervision, conducts basic evaluations of the central nervous system (CNS) during surgery and provides early warning to the surgeon or supervisor about potential neural injury.

• Tests procedures include somatosensory evoked potentials, brainstem auditory evoked potentials and electromyogram.

• Assists with pre-operative testing of patient at surgeon’s request.

• Performs all duties and responsibilities required for multi-modality monitoring in compliance with all current standards of care.

• Assesses intraoperative procedures relative to orders for monitoring and acts to address deviation from established protocols.

• Maintains quality control methods for all monitoring performed.

• Archives all relevant data and ensures confidentiality of records is preserved.

• Monitors equipment to ensure its working appropriately, ensures equipment is maintained and stored properly, implements appropriate safety procedures relative to equipment, and notifies managing staff of all equipment related issues or concerns.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license required

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB SUMMARY

The IOM Technologist 1, under the direct supervision of the Chief IOM Technologist or supervising physician, provides highly specialized intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring services for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients undergoing neurosurgical, orthopedic spine, vascular, otolaryngologic, interventional, and other complex surgical procedures. This position performs multimodality intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring including, but not limited to, SSEPs, MEPs, EMG, EEG, BAEPs, cranial nerve monitoring, and other techniques as clinically indicated. The role requires advanced knowledge of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, anatomy, physiology, and surgical considerations to accurately acquire, assess, interpret, and communicate neurophysiological findings in support of patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IOM) in accordance with established protocols and physician direction to support surgical teams and optimize patient outcomes while ensuring infection prevention, sterile field, and electrical safety.

• Obtain accurate baseline assessments for all patients, including pre-intubation and pre-positioning measurements.

• Continuously evaluate neurophysiological signals and responses, demonstrating clinical judgment in identifying, interpreting, and escalating significant neurophysiological changes during surgery.

• Differentiate between true neurological changes and artifact-related signal variations, escalating concerns promptly when appropriate.

• Monitor and assess the impact of hemodynamic changes, body temperature, and anesthetic techniques on neurophysiological data.

• Communicate real-time findings clearly and effectively to physicians, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure seamless procedural support.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of monitoring data, clinical events, and interventions. Ensure compliance with all institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and patient safety standards, quality assurance/quality improvement, and competency participation.

• Ensure proper setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IOM equipment before and during procedures.

• Maintain accountability for equipment functionality, inventory, and operational readiness across assigned sites.

• Support a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge, assisting colleagues, and contributing to team-based problem-solving.

• Uphold departmental standards for patient care, teamwork, and service excellence.

• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all clinical and administrative responsibilities.

• Maintain flexibility to support varying surgical schedules, including early start times, extended procedures, and other operational needs as required.

• Participate in an on-call rotation to support continuous patient care, including weekend and after-hours, and holiday coverage. This includes one primary technician assigned for weekend coverage with an

Education: Associates degree preferred

Certification and Licensing: BLS preferred

Experience: Some experience in neurophysiology and neuromonitoring is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Neuroanatomy, anesthetic effects, instrumentation, communication, critical thinking.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff