Technologist, IOM

MPOWERHealth•San Jose, CA

About The Position

MPOWERHealth is hiring an IOM Technologist to provide intraoperative neuromonitoring during complex spinal and neurological procedures. The technologist monitors patients’ brains, spinal cords, and peripheral nerves in real time and communicates relevant changes to the surgical team. The role includes preparing and reassuring patients before surgery, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating-room staff, interpreting and documenting electrophysiological data, and contributing to quality improvement. The position involves active work in surgical environments, extended periods on your feet, transporting and setting up equipment weighing up to 45 pounds, and schedule flexibility including on-call availability. Candidates 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 and 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 pounds.
Adherence to operating-room safety protocols.

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 identify and communicate warning signs to the surgical team in real time.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating-room staff to support surgical decisions and patient outcomes.
Interpret waveforms, correlate monitoring findings with surgical events, and document findings 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 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 nationally accredited CNIM Academy for eligible applicants who are not yet CNIM certified.