What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interop Monitor Tech position at VCU Health System?
The Interop Monitor Tech performs Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring of EEG, EP, EMG, and NCV procedures using established standards and practices on patients as ordered by physicians.
The Certified Neurophysiologic Interoperative Monitoring (CNIM) Tech works collaboratively with physicians, patients and other healthcare team members to assure the timely and quality procedures.
The CNIM Tech also performs EEG and other electroneurodiagnostic procedures in a clinical lab, inpatient and epilepsy unit setting including the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certified Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (NIOM) by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoke Potential Technologist (ABRET)
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current NIOM certification
Current CPR certification
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of one (1) year of work experience as an Intraoperative Monitoring Tech
Experience PREFERRED:
Three (3) years of work experience in a neurodiagnostic lab setting
Experience and proficiency in two (2) electroneurodiagnostic modalities (e.g. EEG, AEEG, EMU, Polysomnogram, etc.)
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Graduate of an Electroneurodiagnostic Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program
Independent action(s) required:
Takes initiative to acquire and maintain knowledge base.
Participates in conferences and technical training.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Weekends and holiday coverage for the epilepsy monitoring Unit and STAT EEG procedures.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The Certified Neurophysiologic Interoperative Monitoring (CNIM) Tech works collaboratively with physicians, patients and other healthcare team members to assure the timely and quality procedures.
The CNIM Tech also performs EEG and other electroneurodiagnostic procedures in a clinical lab, inpatient and epilepsy unit setting including the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certified Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (NIOM) by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoke Potential Technologist (ABRET)
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current NIOM certification
Current CPR certification
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of one (1) year of work experience as an Intraoperative Monitoring Tech
Experience PREFERRED:
Three (3) years of work experience in a neurodiagnostic lab setting
Experience and proficiency in two (2) electroneurodiagnostic modalities (e.g. EEG, AEEG, EMU, Polysomnogram, etc.)
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Graduate of an Electroneurodiagnostic Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program
Independent action(s) required:
Takes initiative to acquire and maintain knowledge base.
Participates in conferences and technical training.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Weekends and holiday coverage for the epilepsy monitoring Unit and STAT EEG procedures.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
