What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Training Academy - Flagstaff, AZ position at MPOWERHealth?
Overview
This 16–20-week paid program will provide hands-on training, classroom instruction, and operating room experience under the supervision of experienced neuromonitoring professionals. Upon completion of the program, you will be well-prepared to continue your career as an Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IOM) Technician at MPOWERHealth.
We're committed to your success and will continue to provide support and mentorship as you work towards obtaining your CNIM certification. Our program boasts a 94% CNIM pass rate, demonstrating our commitment to excellence in education and training.
As a graduate of the MPOWERHealth CNIM Academy, the first and only intraoperative neuromonitoring training program to receive programmatic CAAHEP accreditation outside of a university setting, you'll be joining a team of highly skilled professionals.
Benefits at MPOWERHealth as an Associate Technician:
- Competitive salary while you train
- Comprehensive health benefits & wellbeing program with opportunity to earn 100% employer-paid health insurance and $1,500 towards Health Savings Account company contributions annually
- Competitive 401(k) company match with immediate vesting
- Paid time off, company holidays, and sick pay
- Access to MPOWERHealth University
This position is estimated to begin in February 2025.
Responsibilities
As an Associate Technician, you will:
Provide intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) in brain and spine surgeries to assist the surgeon in mitigating risk to the patient's nervous system.
- Attend and actively participate in all training sessions, workshops, and lectures.
- Learn to operate and troubleshoot IONM equipment and software.
- Perform IONM modalities (MEPs, SSEPs, EMG, TOF) in surgery.
- Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to provide optimal patient care.
- Maintain accurate records of monitoring results and patient information.
- Continuously develop and refine skills and knowledge in IONM techniques and technology.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Bachelors or masters degree in a related field (e.g., biology, neuroscience, psychology).
- Strong academic background in anatomy and physiology.
- Must have a driver’s license and Part 1 of Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) completed with the AHA.
- Ability to transport and set up neuromonitoring equipment (totaling 50lbs) in the OR in a timely fashion.
We’re looking for you to bring:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Microsoft Office Suite expertise with typing speed of at least 40 WPM.
- Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and the ability to work on call.
- Previous experience in healthcare is a plus.
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