Advanced Surgical Neurophysiologist

Help us accelerate the growth of our expanding medical services firm! Under supervision (via remote monitoring) by an Interpreting Physician, the Surgical Neurophysiologist performs a preoperative assessment of the patient, conducts SSEPS, TcMEPS, EMG, EEG, BAEP, direct nerve testing and other modalities intraoperatively, communicates findings to the operating room team, documents findings, completes post-operative reports and billing forms. You’ll lead by example and foster an environment of excellence through personal development and professional growth.

OVERVIEW OF JOB FUNCTION AND DUTIES:

• Arrive at the hospital/facility at least one hour prior to the scheduled surgery start time.
• Get all electrical equipment checked by the hospital Biomedical department.
• Briefly explain IONM procedures to the patient and family members.
• Collect all patient data, medical history and paperwork, and store in company IONM workflow software.
• Set up patient in a timely manner and discuss surgery and IONM modalities with surgeon.

During Surgical Procedure:

• Identify and eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifacts.
• Recognize normal patterns, normal variants, and abnormal patterns; understand the medical and anesthetic conditions that influence the IOM modalities; understand the clinical correlations between abnormal IOM modalities and various disease states.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the surgeon.
• Communicate clearly with anesthesiologist and other operating room personnel.
• Document all relevant data in IONM workflow software.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues with the assistance of the remote monitoring physician and/or our IT department.

After Surgical Procedure:

• Safely prepare the patient for post-operative care.
• Assess patient post-operatively, as needed.
• Complete all remaining requirements for procedure in IONM workflow software.
• Check in with scheduling coordinator.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist newly trained surgical neurophysiologists in field-training.
• Attend seminars and courses for continuing education.
• Observe and adhere to policies and procedures set forth by administration.
• Adhere to an on-call schedule.
• Complete and submit documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain up-to-date credentials required by each hospital/facility.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathologic process and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of procedures followed in conducting electrophysiological tests and examination of patients.
• Knowledge of electrophysiological equipment (Cadwell, preferred).
• Ability to interpret various electronic and neurophysiologic signals and waveforms.
• Ability to stand, turn, stoop among several types of equipment in an operating room suite.
• Ability to apply/place different types of electrodes/needles to a patient’s anatomy with precision and speed in preparation for monitoring a surgical procedure.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, while concentrating on monitoring computer screen images

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science/Arts in a biology-related field. Masters Degree a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IONM.
• Proficient with SSEP, MEP, EMG, EEG, Cranial Nerve monitoring, mapping, phase reversal, D-waves, and ECoG.
• Proficient with monitoring all types of surgical procedures, including but not limited to, complex craniotomies, vascular cases, cardiac cases, advanced spine cases, ENT cases, and tumor resections.
• EXCELLENT ability to communicate.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Possess positive and highly communicative interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented.
• Look to contribute to the company’s growth

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials with little likelihood of harm if established health precautions are followed.
• The use of protective clothing such as surgical clothing, gloves, glasses, and masks.
• Work requires lifting supplies, pushing, or carrying bulky pieces of equipment.
• Frequent travel by motor vehicle to healthcare facilities.
• Variable work schedules that may change from week to week, depending on case load, surgeon’s availability, creating situations that may require minimal notice to be available for a case.
  

MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:

Technical and employee performance reviews quarterly.

SALARY:

Commensurate dependent upon experience, competencies, and qualifications; competitive full benefits package; annual employer 401(k) contribution; relocation reimbursement (jf applicable); quarterly bonuses; unlimited PTO.

Neuro Alert is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with Neuro Alert is at-will.