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Position Summary

The Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Specialist I is a mid-level position for intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM). The IONM Specialist I performs IONM procedures appropriate to their competence, including test setup, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties. Strong, well-developed communication skills, and teamwork are essential for this position. During IONM procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the IONM Specialist I trains under direct technical supervision. Once training is completed and all required institution competencies have been achieved, the IONM Specialist I works under indirect technical supervision.

Education

• A credential in electroencephalography (R. EEG T.) and/or a credential in Evoked
  Potentials (R. EP T.) or a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. (Credentials in neurodiagnostics from other nations may also be considered as fulfillment of the registry requirements)
  
  
  
  (Required)
• Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) Program, or a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university. (Preferred)

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in the neurodiagnostic field which includes 1 year experience in IONM. (Required)
• Pediatric Experience. (Preferred)

Certifications

• BLS within 30 days of hire (Required)

Special Skills

• Well-developed PC and Microsoft Windows knowledge. (Required)
• CNIM board eligable (Preferred)
• Experience in IONM and clinical EEG (Preferred)