IONM Technologist

Neuro Pathway; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking an experienced IOM Technologist to ensure patient safety during surgical procedures. This role involves collaboration with surgical teams and requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, along with certification in intraoperative neuromonitoring. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and flexibility to adapt to varying schedules. Competitive salary up to $90,000, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in intraoperative neuromonitoring field is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and work environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to communicate neurophysiological findings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of monitoring parameters and patient outcomes.

Skills

Neuroanatomy knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field

Certification in intraoperative neuromonitoring (CNIM)

Job description

We are a close-knit and dedicated group of IOM technologists who have served our community for several years ensuring the highest standards of patient care in tandem with our surgical colleagues. Our team prides itself on work-life balance by uniquely focusing on consistency, familiarity, and relationships through work with a select group of facilities, surgeons, and oversight physicians in a focused, regional marketplace We partner exclusively with RTNA Physician Practice and have an excellent working relationship with a consistent group of physicians.

Position Overview

As an IOM technologist, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients undergoing surgical procedures. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia and neurology providers, and surgical teams to provide intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IOM) in real-time, helping to identify and mitigate risks during surgeries.

• Focus on what is most important: the patient.
• You are part of an elite team with the surgeon, the anesthesia provider, and the remote oversight physician.
• Effective surgical communication and documentation are essential.
• Always stay one step ahead of the game.
• Arrive promptly in the operating room, set up equipment and load tests, obtain all necessary documentation from the patient chart and the OR schedule, and establish communication with your oversight physician. You will safety-check and test your equipment and deploy cables and boxes neatly, discreetly, and safely.
• Provide top-notch and focused patient care.
• Place electrodes on patients according to established protocols, ensuring optimal signal quality and reliability.
• Transcranial Motor Evoked Potentials (TcMEPs)
• Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEPs)
• Electromyography (EMG)
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, remote oversight physicians, and surgical teams to provide real-time feedback on neurophysiological findings and surgical progress.
• Collaboratively develop, implement, and document appropriate interventions in response to changes in neurophysiological signals and/or patient status in real time.
• Maintain accurate documentation of monitoring parameters, interventions, and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., neuroscience, biomedical engineering, physiology) is preferred.
• Certification or eligibility for certification in intraoperative neuromonitoring (CNIM or equivalent) is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in intraoperative neuromonitoring field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and electrophysiology a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and work environments.

Location

Compensation

• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Sign-on bonus and Relocation assistance: up to $15,000 (with 2-year commitment)
  • Candidates can balance Sign on and Relocation assistance, as necessary.

Why Join Our Team?

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Tiered bonus structure rewards your productivity you will see the results of your efforts.
• New and well-maintained equipment.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Work-Life-GROWTH balance: professional development and training opportunities abound in Louisville.
• Making a meaningful difference in patients' lives and contributing to advancements in surgical care.

If you are passionate about patient care, surgical precision, and advancing the field of neuromonitoring, we invite you to apply for the position of IOM Technologist with us. We want you to join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and support to the patients, medical teams, and community we serve.