Intraoperative Monitoring Technologist - Perioperative Services

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

15h

About The Position

The Intraoperative Monitoring Technologist performs neurophysiologic intraoperative monitoring procedures, including SSEP, EMG, EEG, TCeMEP, BAER/ABR, and related tests. Duties include test setup, electrode application, troubleshooting, waveform recognition, documentation, and maintaining patient safety during surgery. The position requires strong communication with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other appropriate personnel.

An IONM Tech I develops competence in testing procedures and related duties. After training and completion of required institutional competencies, the Clinical Tech II works under indirect technical supervision. The preferred IONM Tech III holds CNIM certification, performs routine single- and multi-modality monitoring within their competence and credentials, and provides findings, results, and descriptive analysis according to facility policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma and five years of neurophysiologic intraoperative experience, or a bachelor's degree and one year of neurophysiologic intraoperative experience.
• Strong, well-developed communication skills.
• Complete and maintain CPR and fire safety certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Three to five years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field.
• Certification in Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (CNIM).
• Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) program.

Responsibilities

• Place recording and stimulation electrodes according to the International 10-20 System and the requested test.
• Select settings appropriate to the requested test, including filter settings, stimulation intensities, rates, and sensitivities.
• Perform SSEP, ABR, PEEG, TCeMEP, and EMG tests, and understand their corresponding waveforms.
• Recognize recorded waveforms and variations from the patient's baseline recording.
• Identify and eliminate artifact through adjustments to settings and/or electrodes.
• Understand how other operating-room instrumentation affects neurodiagnostic recording quality and patient electrical safety.
• Maintain aseptic technique and patient safety by following operating-room protocol.
• Document patient data and intraoperative monitoring.
• Report changes in the patient's condition to appropriate personnel and promptly report changes related to surgical manipulation or maneuvers to the surgeon.
• Remain aware of activity in the surgical suite and assess whether patient changes may be caused by surgical manipulation or anesthetic technique.
• Follow established electrical grounding and electrode-connection protocols to maintain patient safety.
• Maintain CPR and fire safety certifications.
• Clean equipment properly.
• Use appropriate modalities and tests for the surgical procedure to elicit appropriate patient responses.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses.
• Troubleshoot problems and correct them through electrode, setting, or mechanical changes.
• Alert a supervisor when repairs or parts are needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions with up to 10% matched by UAMS.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED