Senior Intraoperative Neuromonitoring; IOM Technologist

Full Time - Days

At Houston Methodist, the Senior Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IOM) Technologist position is responsible for performing neurodiagnostic procedures in the Intraoperative monitoring field as well as all IOM modalities required as a registered neurodiagnostic technologist. In addition to performing the duties of the IOM Technologist, this position is efficient in independently performing IOM modalities including SSEPs, TceMEP, EMG (including triggered), A 's, Phase Reversal and cortical mapping.

When not scheduled for an IOM case, the Senior IOM Technologist may be asked to perform ambulatory and long term monitoring (LTM) electroencephalograms (EEG), and/or visual, brainstem, and somatosensory evoked potential (EP) procedures and/or monitor epilepsy patients according to hospital and departmental policy and procedures This position delivers exceptional patient care per guidelines established by the department to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service and practices Patient and Family-Centered Care.

Non-exempt

• • Must have one of the following: high school diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) ◦ Completion of an Accredited Electroneuro diagnostic (END) program. ◦ Associate’s degree or higher in a science related field from an accredited college or university

• Two years experience in IOM procedures

• R-CNIM - Certified Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (ABRET) - American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic  and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

• R-EPT - Registered Evoked Potentials Technologist (ABRET) and
• R-EEGT - Registered Electroencephalographic Technician (ABRET)

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Knowledgeable in correct IOM, EEG and/or EP performance
• Able to independently perform and/or train for EEG studies including bedside studies and in the epilepsy monitoring unit
• Able to efficiently perform IOM modalities including SSEPs, TceMEP, EMG (including triggered), ABRs, Phase Reversal and cortical mapping
• Understands and follows concepts of digital equipment and electrical safety with regards to the equipment
• Knowledge of alternate montages, protocols, and alternate equipment settings and their effects on the test data
• Must have basic knowledge of personal computers, including but not limited to data entry, document printing, document scanning, a basic understanding of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

• Ensures understanding by the patient and staff the purpose of the procedures and answers questions regarding the procedures. Identifies and anticipates potential problems, communicates appropriately and effectively concerns to appropriate management; addresses issues as instructed, responding professionally at all times, and reports resolutions.
• Role models’ healthy work relationships such as mitigation of conflict, leading problem-solving and resolution efforts. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offers assistance and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results.
• Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff. Provides technical expertise to peers and/or non-credentialed team members as appropriate.
• Recommends initiatives to improve department scores for employee engagement…