Assoc. Neurophysiologist (Bloomington, IL)

Neuromonitoring         ·          Bloomington, IL    ·       Full time

Assoc. Neurophysiologist (Bloomington, IL)

• US, US, Field
• Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelors Degree
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 10%
• Location: Bloomington, IL
• Field State: Illinois
• Ref#: 105600

Job Summary and Primary Responsibilities

Health care professional responsible for real time data collection and monitoring of a patient’s nervous system throughout surgery. In addition, he/she must establish and maintain open cooperation and communication with the surgical team, which includes interaction with the surgeon. Additional responsibilities include pre-operative patient assessments and post-operative billing uploads.

Responsibilities:

• Consult with surgeon regarding structures at risk and modalities to be monitored.
• Interact with patient, when applicable, to obtain a detailed history and clearly explain the neurophysiological tests to be performed.
• Accurate placement of stimulating and recording electrodes using the 10-20 system of electrode placement.
• Display and label waveforms for marking, measuring and calculating information such as latencies, amplitudes and conduction times following established guidelines and protocols.
• Identify appropriate protocol and perform troubleshooting techniques to assure    accurate data collection.
• Communicate with the surgeon and surgical team throughout the case to relay monitoring information.
• Complete all required documentation and accurately prepare all IOM logs, files and uploads.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order and conduct required maintenance    checks.
• Deliver services according to Company procedures/standards

Required Skills / Capabilities

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the following:
• The surgical procedure being performed including blood pressure and other physiologic factors.
• The anatomy of monitored pathways, including source of blood supply and electrode derivations and generators of EP components.
• Pre-operative deficits, intraoperative injuries and possible post operative outcomes.
• Waveform changes.
• Principles of modern anesthetic techniques.
• The operating room environment.
• Electrical safety issues and the effects of other equipment on the quality of the intraoperative monitoring.

Other:

• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to participate in hospital in-service programs, professional meetings and seminars.
• Continually advance skill set by reading books, professional journal articles and online training materials.
• Participate in research opportunities.
• Ability to adapt to change in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to handle the demands of regular travel.
• Must be able to effectively communicate (in English) with surgeon and surgical staff.
• Ability to maintain professional and positive relationships with surgeons/hospitals.
• Proactively check/maintain a schedule on a daily basis.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted: lift heavier loads with assistance.
• Lift supplies and place equipment on supports.
• Ability to bend over to perform certain duties.
• Stand for several periods of time.
• Visual and auditory skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Wear gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or CNIM Eligible

Travel and/or Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted: lift heavier loads with assistance.
• Lift supplies and place equipment on supports.
• Ability to bend over to perform certain duties.
• Stand for several periods of time.
• Visual and auditory skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Wear gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Travel approximately 2 times per quarter. 

Salary Range: $49,500 – $82,500

For roles that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).

NuVasive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The “EEO is the Law” poster options are available here. NuVasive’s EEO policy is available here.

About NuVasive

NuVasive, Inc. (NASDAQ: NUVA) is the leader in spine technology innovation, with a mission to transform surgery, advance care, and change lives. The Company’s less-invasive, procedurally integrated surgical solutions are designed to deliver reproducible and clinically proven outcomes. The Company’s comprehensive procedural portfolio includes surgical access instruments, spinal implants, fixation systems, biologics, software for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative neuromonitoring technology and service offerings. With more than $1 billion in net sales, NuVasive has approximately 2,700 employees and operates in more than 50 countries serving surgeons, hospitals, and patients. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com.

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