Technologist, IOM

MPOWERHealth•, OH

About The Position

MPOWERHealth is hiring an IOM Technologist to monitor patients’ brains, spinal cords, and peripheral nerves in real time during complex spinal and neurological surgeries. The technologist assesses patients before procedures, explains the role of neuromonitoring, and works in the operating room to identify changes that may require the surgical team’s attention. The position involves interpreting electrophysiological data and waveforms, communicating findings to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff, and maintaining precise records. The role also contributes to continuous improvement in patient care. It is an active, hands-on position in surgical environments, with extended periods on your feet, equipment transport and setup, schedule flexibility, and 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 certified.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a surgical team.
Ability to stand and move for extended periods and transport and set up equipment weighing up to 45 lbs.
Schedule flexibility, including on-call availability.
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 histories, and explain neuromonitoring.
Continuously monitor and interpret electrophysiological data during procedures, identify warning signs, and alert the surgical team in real time.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and operating room staff.
Interpret waveforms, correlate findings with surgical events, and document information accurately.
Contribute to continuous improvement in patient care.
Transport and set up equipment.

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 CNIM Academy for eligible applicants not yet CNIM certified.