Neurophysiologist (Traverse City, MI)

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions.

About the role

As a Neurophysiologist at NuVasive Clinical Services, you’ll provide intraoperative neuromonitoring during surgery by monitoring the patient’s nervous system. This is a field-based role where you will work with top surgeons and other medical professionals in a team environment, playing a vital role in the operating room every day. NuVasive provides comprehensive training, continuing education, and numerous opportunities for career development.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a detailed medical history on the patient and consult with the surgeon regarding patient structures at risk and modalities to be monitored
• Communicate monitoring information to the surgeon and the surgical team throughout the case
• Display and label waveforms for marking, measuring, and calculating information such as latencies, amplitudes, and conduction times following established guidelines and protocols
• Identify appropriate protocols and perform troubleshooting techniques to assure accurate data collection
• Complete all required documentation and accurately prepare all IOM logs, files, and timely file uploads
• Maintain all neuromonitoring equipment and conduct required maintenance checks
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct, AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies
• Ensure compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations through training and knowledge of compliance requirements
• Represent the company in a professional manner and uphold high standards of ethical business practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
• Certified in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM)
• Knowledge of Intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) and/or human anatomy & physiology and/or technical troubleshooting preferred
• Operating Room (OR) experience preferred
• Strong time management & organizational skills, and ability to manage competing demands, frequent change, delays, and/or unexpected events
• Effective communication skills and proven ability to collaborate in a team-oriented setting, including communication in English with surgeons and surgical staff
• Ability to handle the demands of regular travel
• Qualified for and maintain privileges at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable)
• Eligible for medical malpractice insurance coverage at standard rates, provided by the company
• Maintain CNIM status
• Valid driver’s license and transportation with the ability to transport medical equipment

Travel and Physical Demands

• Able to travel up to 25%
• Ability to transport and set up equipment totaling 50lbs in a timely fashion in the operating room, including IONM system, laptop, and supplies
• Ability to bend over to perform certain duties, stand for extended periods, and use visual and auditory skills
• Manual dexterity, and ability to wear gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles for extended periods

Our Values

• Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do.
• Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect.
• Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented, and decisive.