IONM Specialist I
Department: PCH-MAIN | Neuro Diagnostics
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, (Days Vary), Days, 6:30am-7pm
Category: Radiology/Imaging Svcs
Posting #: 1050342
Employee Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
The Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist I is a mid-level position for intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM). The IONM Specialist I performs IONM procedures appropriate to their competence, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties. Strong, well-developed communication skills, and teamwork are essential for this position. During IONM procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the IONM Specialist I trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the IONM Specialist I works under indirect technical supervision.
Position Duties
- Performs intraoperative procedures including, but not limited to, somatosensory evoked potentials (SSEP), brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP), Triggered and free run electromyography and cranial nerve monitoring, trans-cranial motor evoked potentials (TcMEP), electrocorticography and electroencephalography.
- Performs Neurodiagnostic procedures including, but not limited to, electroencephalography, evoked potentials, and long‑term video EEG.
- Maintains continuing education and competencies.
- Participates in tutoring, demonstrating, and mentoring other Neurodiagnostic staff members and Neurodiagnostic students.
- Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
- Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
- Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
- Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
- Advocating for the health and well‑being of children and families
Values
- We place children and families at the center of all we do
- We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
- We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
- We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
- We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
Position Qualifications
Education
- A credential in electroencephalography (R. EEG T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) and/or a credential in Evoked Potentials (R. EP T.) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) or a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. (Credentials in neurodiagnostics from other nations may also be considered as fulfillment of the registry requirements)
Required
- Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred
- Graduation from an ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET) accredited Neurodiagnostic (END) Program, or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience
- Two (2) or more years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field which includes 1 year experience in IONM.
Required
Preferred
Special Skills
- Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge.
Required
Preferred
- Experience in IONM and clinical EEG
Preferred
- Experience in IONM and clinical EEG
Additional Requirements
- BLS within 30 days of hire
Required
- Certification in Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) from ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation (ABRET)
Preferred
- Electro Evoked Tech - Preferred
- Basic Life Support OR BLS within 30 days of start - Required
Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential
- Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
- Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
- Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
- Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
- Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
- Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
- Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally
- Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
- Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
- Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently
- Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
- Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable