PRN IONM Neurotechnologist NY

NMA is hiring a PRN Neurotechnologist in New York City for per-diem IOM coverage. CNIM preferred. Perform real-time neuromonitoring, set your schedule, and work with top IONM teams!

The neurotechnologist (NT) is responsible for the real-time neurophysiological monitoring of the nervous system during surgical procedures that put neural structures and function  NT is responsible for setting the patient up for intraoperative testing and communicating data in real time to the interpreting neurologist and surgical team.

• Provide day-to-day monitoring of surgical cases.
• Implement clinical and operational policies and protocols.
• Complete each case including required documentation and close out within 24 hours.
• Participate weekend/PM call rotation.
• Communicate in real time with assigned remote neurologists and the surgical team throughout the surgery.
• Remain current with all credentialing requirements.
• Travel to cover cases in other regions as needed.
• Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Biological Sciences or similar discipline required.

• Clinical competence in the field of intraoperative monitoring
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office suite of programs
• Ability to effectively communicate

• 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.
• Occasional/frequent travel by motor vehicle and/or air transportation to healthcare facilities located in both urban and rural areas.
• Variable work schedules that may change from week to week and the possibility of working on weekends.
• Requires being available during non-scheduled work time

• Ability to lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to stand, turn and stoop among several types of equipment in an operating room suite for a minimum of two (2) hours to a maximum of twelve (12) hours.
• Ability to apply different types of electrodes to a patient’s anatomy with precision and speed in preparation of monitoring a surgical procedure.
• Ability to drive/commute.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. Furthermore, the statements do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company with or without advance notice.