Neurotechnologist Trainee - Pocatello, ID
About The Position
The Neurotechnologist (NT) is responsible for real-time neurophysiological monitoring of the nervous system during surgical procedures that pose a risk to neural structures and function. The NT sets up patients for intraoperative testing and communicates data in real time to the interpreting neurologist and surgical team. The role includes day-to-day surgical case monitoring, implementing clinical and operational policies and protocols, completing case documentation and closeout within 24 hours, and participating in a weekend/PM call rotation. The NT must remain current with credentialing requirements, travel to cover cases in other regions as needed, and participate in team meetings and professional events. The position may involve exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring protective clothing. It includes occasional travel to healthcare facilities in urban and rural areas, variable schedules that may include weekends, and availability during non-scheduled work times. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, turning, and stooping in an operating room for up to 12 hours, precise electrode application, and driving or commuting as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a similar discipline.
- Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM).
- Clinical competence in intraoperative monitoring.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with the MS Office suite.
- Proficiency in using available tools and equipment to complete tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day monitoring of surgical cases.
- Implement clinical and operational policies and protocols.
- Complete each case, including required documentation, and close it out within 24 hours.
- Participate in the weekend/PM call rotation.
- Communicate with assigned remote neurologists and the surgical team throughout surgery.
- Remain current with all credentialing requirements.
- Travel to cover cases in other regions as needed.
- Participate in team meetings and professional events.
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Job Type
Full-time
