Iom Technologist
Iom Technologist
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11-04-2025
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GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: Summarize the nature and level of work performed. Please note that this section should be written in a paragraph format and provide a broad description of the role and its purpose as well as the reporting structure.
Under the direction of the Chief OR Technologist and the Medical Director performs standard and complex intraoperative neurodiagnostic procedures as described by MGH Neuro Intraoperative Monitroing protocols. Under the supervision of an experienced technologist this technologist provides troubleshooting and technical interpretation of intraoperative neurologic data during surgery to the Medical Director and to the surgical team. The technologist is also responsible for the accurate recording and documentation of SSEP TcMEP EMG/Triggered EMG BAEP and EEG waveforms. In addition the technologist will also be responsible for recording and the documentation of cortical motor/sensory mapping ECoG and direct peripheral nerve stimulation cases. The technologist also assists in the maintenance of equipment patient data and supplies as directed by the chief IOM technologist. This person will act as an interactive part of the operating room team assisting in duties as appropriate. As MGH continues to research and apply intraoperative monitoring methods and techniques to new procedures the technologist will be required to learn new protocols as they are developed and may be asked to participate in the development of these protocols.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In order of importance list essential areas of responsibility major job duties special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation. This section should be completed as a bulleted list and explain how the role is performed.
Note: All duties and responsibilities are at the discretion of the chief technologist. This technologist will deliver care under the direction of a more experienced technologist at all times. This technologist will also have access to an experienced technologist at all times to ask questions advice or general help. This technologist will primarily be involved with cases that build upon fundamental skills.
Provides intraoperative monitoring for multiple surgical procedures as directed. Technologist is also knowledgeable of which neurodiagnostic procudures may be relevant to the surgical case.
Throughout the surgical procedure the technologist must be able to provide continuous online technical interpretation to the surgical and NIOM teams.
Assures that the interpreting neurophysiology physician is notified of potential issues. When possible assures the realtime remote monitoring system is available.
Responsible for preparing patients prior to draping for surgery setting up for all possible appropriate monitoring procedures. Preparation is by applying scalp electrodes (using the international 1020 system and collodion glue) other electrodes and stimulators with the utmost accuracy and security. Measures the electrical impedance and determines the integrity of all monitors prior to the draping of the patient.
Informs the patient about the neurodiagnostic procedure and answers questions as appropriate. Abstracts relevant clinical information from the patients chart the patient and from the surgeon when necessary.
Prepares a preliminary technical report describing the recording throughout the procedure. While monitoring meticulously documents all surgical and related procedures and communications with the surgical team.
Assists in the maintenance of databases and of patients permanent documents.
Must have moderate knowledge of the general principles of modern anesthetic techniques and the effects of different anesthetic regimens on the respective waveforms.
Must have a moderate understanding of all of the surgical procedures being performed.
Keeps abreast of current developments in the IOM field and participates in educational conferences meetings and/or other activities that promote continuing education.
Knowledgeable as it relates to infection control aseptic and sterile techniques with particular attention to any monitoring instrumentation that enters the sterile field.
Technologist meets departmental performance expectations and standards. This includes working as a cohesive team member of the team use/care of equipment and supplies as well as appropriately assisting with other duties as appropriate.
Ability to work with all patient populations and age ranges. This includes patient care and patient/family/social interaction issues as well as technical adaptations. Technologist is also able to work well with all surgeons and team members.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: This section should be a bulleted list of minimum requirements explaining the skills (what the individual is trained for) and competencies (measurable as defined by the job) necessary to perform the job.
Understanding of and ability to use Xltek/Natus based equipment
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications including Excel and Access
Ability to learn new software applications.
IOM Technologist I is expected to reach the Technologist II position within 1 year of service.
LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS and/or REGISTRATIONS: Specify minimum credentials and clearly indicate if required or preferred.
Not Applicable
EDUCATION: Check boxes that best describe the minimum and preferred education requirements.
Minimum Required:
High school diploma GED or equivalent
Certificate : Graduate of an accredited electroneurodiagnostic training program and/or equivalent degree
Some college or Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Doctoral Degree
None required
Preferred:
High school diploma GED or equivalent
Certificate : Please specify
Some college or Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Doctoral Degree
Field of Study/Additional Specialized Training:
Not Applicable
Equivalent Experience please document if educational requirements can be met through equivalent experience:
Not Applicable
EXPERIENCE: Indicate the required and preferred (optional) amount and type of experience.
Not Applicable
Required:
Preferred: Experience working in an Operating Room environment is preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (authority to hire promote or terminate): Indicate supervisory scope and list the number of employees supervised.
Not Applicable
Direct:
Indirect:
Professional Staff Supported:
NonEmployees:
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Indicate financial scope information e.g. size of budget volume revenue etc.
Not Applicable
WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed. Use this section to detail any physical requirements for the position (lifting carrying etc). Use this section to also detail any environmental conditions associated with the position (outdoor weather requirements hazardous materials etc).
The information contained in this document is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties responsibilities or skills of individuals so classified.
Job Posting (optional): Use this section to indicate preferred text when posting this job on the careers page. This section should not be a copy of all that is written above but rather a condensed version highlighting the important points.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills perspectives and ideas we choose to lead. Applications fromprotected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
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