Entry Level Tech Jobs in Tacoma, WA (NOW HIRING)

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NW Monitoring is looking for an adventurer to come join us working in various facilities in the Western WA region. This team member would be able to enjoy the gorgeous sound region on off days and work with our vibrant, intelligent, flexible team of technologists. Please submit an application today!

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Neurophysiology Technologist I - Specialist II* ($45K-$105K)

General Summary: We are looking for a Neurophysiology Technologist/Specialist to join our clinical team at NW Monitoring. Entry level candidates for this position would perform SSEP, EMG, tEMG, TcMEP and TOF on Orthopedic spine surgeries with post-positioning baselines only at NWM facilities as appropriate to their competence, including test set-up, electrode application, maintaining patient safety, and other related duties. Strong well-developed communication skills are essential for this position. During IONM procedures for which competence has not been achieved, the Technologist I trains under direct technical supervision1. Once training is completed and all required competencies have been achieved, an entry level Technologist I works under indirect technical supervision.

Qualified applicants could potentially be hired as an experienced Neurophysiology Specialist II. Review the description at the bottom of the page** (in blue) to see if you qualify for an advanced position with NW Monitoring! Whether you qualify for the Specialist position or not, we are an organization that values growth and development and hope that you join our team for a safe environment to learn & develop in your IOM career!

Modalities and Case Types

Ortho and Neuro Spine

Modalities: SSEP, EMG, tEMG, TcMEP, TOF, pre/post-positioning baseline

Neck/Head/CN

Modalities: CN EMG

Ear/eye, Upper Extremity/Lower Extremity, Vascular

Modalities: BAEP, EEG (10-20/10/10 Set up)

Gross Brain and Cerebral Cortex

Minimum Training Requirement: A credential in electroencephalography (R. EEG T) and/or a credential in evoked potentials (R. EP T) or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 6 months or more IONM experience preferred.

Minimum Education Requirement: Graduation from a Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Electroneurodiagnostic (END) program, or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is desired.

Reporting Relationship : Regional Manager

Job Duties

• Perform IONM studies per National Standards and NWM protocols
• Take call as directed and respond to emergency call
• Cross train in other modalities and regions as needed
• Participate in training and competencies
• Support other regions when necessary
• Perform all other duties as assigned or requested for the timely operation of the region and organization

Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries

CNIM eligible preferred; BLS certified

*Current registration with ABRET is required within 24 months of becoming Technologist II

*All external applicants must pass a pre-certification test

*All internal applicants' competencies must be current have a passing status

• Surgical Types: Ortho Spine - post-positioning baseline only
• Modality: SSEP, EMG, tEMG, TcMEP, TOF

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Microsoft Excel, Word

*Salary range depends on qualifications/experience.

**Neurophysiology Specialist II Qualifications

The Neurophysiology Specialist II performs all modalities and case types (see below) at NWM facilities per NWM policies and procedures. The Neurophysiology Specialist II must be able to use the 10/20 and 10/10 systems for electrode placement, troubleshoot equipment, have a working knowledge of Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, be able to identify IOM normal variants and abnormalities, provide quality recordings based on patient medical history and study findings, demonstrate flexible and positive attitude, and collaborate well with team members and management. The Neurophysiology IOM Specialist II must be able to monitor studies in the operating room, identify and communicate changes in all IOM modalities real time, perform studies for research, assist in mentoring and training which may include lecturing and/or clinical proctorship, as well as assist in QA program as an auditor and mentor.

Modalities and Case Types (Specialist II)

• Ortho and Neuro Spine
• Modalities: SSEP, EMG, tEMG, TcMEP, TOF, pre/post-positioning baseline
• Neck/Head/CN
• Modalities: CN EMG
• Ear/eye, Upper Extremity/Lower Extremity, Vascular
• Modalities: BAEP, EEG (10-20/10/10 Set up)
• Gross Brain and Cerebral Cortex
• Modalities: Phase Reversal, Sensory and Motor Mapping, After-discharge recognition