IOM Technologist-Phoenix, AZ

MPOWERHealth•Phoenix, AZ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

MPOWERHealth is hiring an IOM Technologist to monitor patients’ nervous systems during complex spinal and neurological procedures. The technologist monitors the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves in real time, identifies changes that may require attention, and communicates with the surgical team to support patient safety and outcomes. The role includes patient interaction before surgery, intraoperative monitoring, collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating-room staff, precise interpretation and documentation of electrophysiological data, and participation in continuous improvement. This is an active, hands-on position in surgical environments that requires schedule flexibility, including on-call availability. Applicants who are not yet CNIM certified may apply to MPOWERHealth’s nationally accredited, paid CNIM Academy.

Requirements

CNIM certified or CNIM-eligible.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
At least 1 year of IONM experience.
Strong foundation in neuroanatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
AHA CPR certification.
Valid driver's license.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a surgical team.
Schedule flexibility, including on-call availability.
Ability to stand and move for extended periods and transport and set up equipment weighing up to 45 lbs.
Adherence to safety protocols in operating-room environments.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in neuroscience or a related field.
Experience with advanced neuromonitoring modalities.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients before surgery, review their history, and explain the role of neuromonitoring in their safety.
Continuously monitor electrophysiological data during procedures and alert the surgical team to early warning signs in real time.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating-room staff.
Interpret complex waveforms, correlate findings with surgical events, and document information accurately.
Contribute to continuous improvement in patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus.
Competitive salary based on experience, credentials, and skillset.
Up to 100% employer-paid health insurance and a $1,500 annual HSA contribution.
Quarterly utilization incentive of up to $2,000 per quarter.
Travel incentive pay of $150–$250 per case day when covering cases on the road.
On-call pay.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
401(k) with competitive company match and immediate vesting.
Access to advanced case training.
Paid training through the CNIM Academy for eligible applicants who are not yet CNIM certified.