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Independent Contractor Surgical Neurophysiologist

Neuro Alert

White Plains, NY • On-site

$34 - $67/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Independent Contractor Surgical Neurophysiologist

 

Help us to fulfill our mission in the Greater New York area by contracting with us to provide IONM services to our patients and clients! This position is for a 1099 Independent Contractor and not an employee. The Surgical Neurophysiologist performs a preoperative assessment of the patient, conducts SSEPS, TcMEPS, EMG, EEG, BAEP, direct nerve testing and other modalities intraoperatively, communicates findings to the operating room team, documents findings, completes post-operative reports and billing forms. 

OVERVIEW OF CONTRACTOR FUNCTION AND DUTIES OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • Arrive at the hospital/facility at least one hour prior to the scheduled surgery start time.
  • Get all electrical equipment checked by the hospital Biomedical department.
  • Briefly explain IONM procedures to the patient and family members. 
  • Collect all patient data, medical history and paperwork, and store in company IONM workflow software.
  • Set up patient in a timely manner and discuss surgery and IONM modalities with surgeon.

During Surgical Procedure:

  • Identify and eliminate physiological and non-physiological artifacts.
  • Recognize normal patterns, normal variants, and abnormal patterns; understand the medical and anesthetic conditions that influence the IOM modalities; understand the clinical correlations between abnormal IOM modalities and various disease states.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with the surgeon.
  • Communicate clearly with anesthesiologist and other operating room personnel.
  • Document all relevant data in IONM workflow software.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues with the assistance of the remote monitoring physician and/or our IT department.

After Surgical Procedure:

  • Safely prepare the patient for post-operative care.
  • Assess patient post-operatively, as needed.
  • Complete all remaining requirements for procedure in IONM workflow software.
  • Check in with scheduling coordinator.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • Observe and adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Complete and submit documentation in a timely manner.
  • Maintain up-to-date credentials required by each hospital/facility.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathologic process and aseptic techniques.
  • Knowledge of procedures followed in conducting electrophysiological tests and examination of patients.
  • Knowledge of electrophysiological equipment (Cadwell, preferred).
  • Ability to interpret various electronic and neurophysiologic signals and waveforms.
  • Ability to stand, turn, stoop among several types of equipment in an operating room suite.
  • Ability to apply/place different types of electrodes/needles to a patient's anatomy with precision and speed in preparation for monitoring a surgical procedure.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time, while concentrating on monitoring computer screen images

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • CNIM certification or CNIM-Eligible.
  • EXCELLENT ability to communicate.

SOFT SKILLS OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • Possess positive and highly communicative interpersonal skills.
  • Team-oriented.
  • Excellent customer service abilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR:

  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials with little likelihood of harm if established health precautions are followed.
  • The use of protective clothing such as surgical clothing, gloves, glasses, and masks.
  • Work requires lifting supplies, pushing, or carrying bulky pieces of equipment. 
  • Travel by motor vehicle to healthcare facilities.
  • Variable scheduling, depending on case load and business needs.

Neuro Alert is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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