Associate Neurophysiologist Traveler (Nationwide)

NuVasive

About The Position

NuVasive Clinical Services, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., is a leading provider of intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) services to surgeons and healthcare facilities. IOM technology gives those in the operating room real-time insight into the nervous system, which can help surgeons reduce surgical risk by providing critical information and alerts throughout the procedure. Position Summary: This is a nationwide position. A long-Term traveling Neurophysiologist at NCS is part of a strategic response team with the goal of providing temporary stability for changing market conditions related to inadequate account staffing caused by growth, leaves of absence, termination, etc. The typical long-term travel assignment duration is between 1-12 months and is dependent on individual and national market factors. The average assignment is 3-6 months. A high standard of patient care is essential to our team. This is a great opportunity to work in a high profile position with in a variety of markets and under many different management styles. This role does not have a home base - long term travelers will be on assignment for the duration of time in the position. Housing and relocation costs are provided. Essential Functions: Obtains a detailed medical history on the patient and consults with the surgeon regarding patient structures at risk and modalities to be monitored Communicates monitoring information to the surgeon and the surgical team throughout the case Displays and labels waveforms for marking, measuring and calculating information such as latencies, amplitudes and conduction times following established guidelines and protocols Identifies appropriate protocols and performs troubleshooting techniques to assure accurate data collection Completes all required documentation and accurately prepares all IOM logs, files, and timely file uploads Maintains all neuromonitoring equipment and conduct required maintenance checks Performs other duties as assigned Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and no previous professional experience
Must be CNIM eligible via one pathway as defined by the ABRET website (Bachelor's degree, R EEG T or R EP T certification or a graduate of a CAAHEP or NIM IOM program)
Knowledge of Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) and/or human anatomy & physiology and/or technical troubleshooting preferred
Operating Room (OR) experience preferred
Strong time management & organizational skills, and ability to manage competing demands, frequent change, delays and/or unexpected events in scheduling and in the operating room on a daily basis
Effective communication skills and proven ability to collaborate in a team-oriented setting including communication in English with surgeons and surgical staff
Ability to handle the demands of regular travel
Be qualified for and maintain privileges at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable)
Be eligible for medical malpractice insurance coverage at standard rates, which insurance shall be provided by the Company
Obtain and maintain the CNIM status
Able to travel up to 25% outside of temporary assignment primary coverage area
Ability to transport and set up equipment totaling 50lbs in a timely fashion in the operating room including IONM system, laptop, and supplies
Ability to bend over to perform certain duties, stand for several periods of time, visual and auditory skills, manual dexterity, wear gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles for extended periods of time
Requires a valid driver's license and transportation with the ability to transport medical equipment in the country of operation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) and/or human anatomy & physiology and/or technical troubleshooting preferred
Operating Room (OR) experience preferred

Responsibilities

Obtains a detailed medical history on the patient and consults with the surgeon regarding patient structures at risk and modalities to be monitored
Communicates monitoring information to the surgeon and the surgical team throughout the case
Displays and labels waveforms for marking, measuring and calculating information such as latencies, amplitudes and conduction times following established guidelines and protocols
Identifies appropriate protocols and performs troubleshooting techniques to assure accurate data collection
Completes all required documentation and accurately prepares all IOM logs, files, and timely file uploads
Maintains all neuromonitoring equipment and conduct required maintenance checks
Performs other duties as assigned
Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
Represents the company in a professional manner and uphold the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties