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. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible. 

NuVasive Clinical Services, a subsidiary of Globus Medical Inc., is a leading provider of intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) services to surgeons and healthcare facilities, through the acquisitions of Impulse Monitoring, Biotronic NeuroNetwork, Safe Passage, and others. IOM technology gives those in the operating room real-time insight into the nervous system, which can help surgeons reduce surgical risk by providing critical information and alerts throughout the procedure.

Summary Statement:
Health care professional responsible for data collection and monitoring of a patient’s nervous system throughout surgery. In addition, he/she must establish and maintain open cooperation and communication with the surgical team, which includes interaction with the surgeon. Additional responsibilities include pre-operative patient assessments and post-operative billing uploads.
Key Responsibilities:
• Consult with surgeon regarding structures at risk and modalities to be monitored.
• Interact with patient, when applicable, to obtain a detailed history and explain the neurophysiological tests to be performed.
• Accurate placement of stimulating and recording electrodes.
• Display and label waveforms for marking, measuring and calculating information such as latencies, amplitudes and conduction times following established guidelines and protocols.
• Identify appropriate protocol and perform troubleshooting techniques for accurate data collection.
• Communicate with surgeons and surgical team when appropriate and requested by the surgical team.
• Complete all required documentation and accurately prepare all IOM logs, files and uploads.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order and conduct required maintenance checks.
• Deliver services according to Company procedures/standards.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of the following:
– The surgical procedure being performed including blood pressure and other physiologic factors.
– The anatomy of monitored pathways, including source of blood supply and electrode derivations and generators of EP components.
– Pre-operative deficits, intraoperative injuries and possible post-operative outcomes.
– Waveform changes.
– Effects of anesthesia on intraoperative monitoring.
– The operating room environment.
– Electrical safety issues and the effects of other equipment on the quality of the intraoperative monitoring.
Basic Qualifications
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to handle the demands of regular travel.
• Must be able to effectively communicate (in English) with surgeon and surgical staff.
• Ability to maintain professional and positive relationships with surgeons/hospitals.
• Proactively check/maintain a schedule on a daily basis.
Physical Requirements:
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted: lift heavier loads with assistance.
• Lift supplies and place equipment on supports.
• Ability to bend over to perform certain duties.
• Stand for several periods of time.
• Visual and auditory skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Wear gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Associate NP:
• Bachelor’s Degree or CNIM Eligible
Neurophysiologist:
• CNIM Certified
Sr. Neurophysiologist:
• CNIM Certified
• Handle the clinical demands/needs of the territory and the education requirement of those demands & facilitate and participate in training
Preferred Qualifications
• CNIM Certified
• Experience in intraoperative monitoring or a related field (amount of experience will impact role level)
• Proficiency in the practical application of computer systems and software
When applying to this role you will be completing a 20 – 30 minute assessment. Please make sure you have enough time to thoughtfully complete the assessment before initiating your application. We look forward to learning more about your qualifications for the role! Thank you for your time.
NuVasive Clinical Services is a leading provider of intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) services to surgeons and healthcare facilities. Surgeons have enhanced surgical monitoring and oversight capabilities through neurophysiological data gathered via broadband transmission. IONM technology gives those in the operating room real-time insight into the nervous system, which can help surgeons reduce surgical risk by providing critical information and alerts throughout the procedure. This neural function monitoring helps decrease the chance of nerve damage to the patient and promotes patient safety during surgery. NuVasive Clinical Services is expected to serve more than 90,000+ cases annually in the U.S. From over 450 highly trained neurophysiologists in the operating room, to technicians and scheduling staff available 24/7, NuVasive Clinical Services can help support improved clinical outcomes.
NuVasive Clinical Services is a division within NuVasive, Inc., a leader in spine technology innovation, focused on transforming spine surgery and beyond with minimally invasive, procedurally-integrated solutions designed to deliver reproducible and clinically-proven surgical outcomes. The Company’s portfolio includes access instruments, implantable hardware, biologics, software systems for surgical planning, navigation and imaging solutions, magnetically adjustable implant systems for spine and orthopedics, and intraoperative monitoring service offerings. With $1.29 Billion in revenues (2017), NuVasive has an approximate 2,400 person workforce in more than 40 countries around the world. For more information, please visit www.nuvasive.com.
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Our Values:

Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.

Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate ab our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.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. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

 

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