Intra-Operative Monitoring Technician

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO / AA

The Intra-Operative Monitoring Technician provides neurophysiologic monitoring during orthopedic, neurosurgical and vascular procedures. Studies include brain and spinal cord monitoring with somatosensory evoked potentials, motor evoked potentials, EEG, EMG and pedicle screw testing as well as brainstem monitoring with brainstem auditory evoked potentials and facial nerve and other cranial nerves monitoring. Additional areas of study include long-term EEG for pre-surgical evaluation and intraoperative electrocorticography for epilepsy surgery. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.

Corporate Overview : The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Communicates with surgical staff to establish correct site, type of surgery, and placement of equipment in room.

Recognizes desired waveforms or activity as well as artifact.

Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions.

Works closely with the department manager, medical director, and IONM in daily functions and operations of department.

Applies knowledge of neuron anatomy and normal physiological function.

Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition.

Ensures patient safety relative to history and contraindications for specific stimulation or monitoring techniques.

Removes electrodes and cleans up patients post monitoring period.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Knowledge of the accepted guidelines and criteria for sterile procedures and infection control and of alternate montages, protocols, alternate equipment settings and their effects.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required One of the following :

Bachelor's degree in a healthcare discipline.

Completion of R.EEG T, R.EP T, or R.NCS T course and maintenance of subsequent registration.

Four (4) years of hands-on patient care experience.

CNIM registry eligibility within 12 months of hire.

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Pulling and / or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email : careers@hsc.utah.edu

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director / Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director / Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at : www.utah.edu / nondiscrimination /

Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu /

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen.

Requisition Number 79120

Reg / Temp Regular

Employment Type PRN

Shift Rotating

Work Schedule depend on cases

Clinical / Non-Clinical Status Clinical

Location Name University of Utah Hospital

Workplace Set Up On-site

City SALT LAKE CITY

State UT

Department UUH ANC 30N INTRAOP MONITORING

Category Neuroscience

Workplace Set Up On-site