Entry Level Associate Neurophysiologist (Charlotte, NC)
The Entry Level Associate Neurophysiologist at Confidential Client provides intraoperative neuromonitoring during surgeries to help reduce surgical risks by monitoring patients' nervous systems in real-time. This role involves collaborating closely with surgeons and surgical teams, managing neuromonitoring equipment, and ensuring accurate data collection and documentation. The position offers comprehensive training and career development opportunities within a dynamic, team-oriented healthcare environment.
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What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level, field-based intraoperative neuromonitoring (IOM) role. You will support surgical teams by monitoring patients’ nervous system function in the operating room and communicating critical findings.
- Obtain detailed medical histories and consult with the surgical team on structures at risk and modalities to monitor
- Set up, operate, and maintain IOM equipment; ensure checks and timely uploads of monitoring data
- Display, label, mark, and measure waveforms (latencies, amplitudes, conduction times) following established protocols
- Communicate real-time monitoring information and clinical alerts to surgeons and OR staff throughout procedures
- Select appropriate monitoring protocols and troubleshoot to ensure accurate data collection
- Complete required documentation, logs and case files promptly and accurately
- Follow company compliance policies, codes of conduct and all applicable laws and regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned; reasonable accommodations will be considered for candidates with disabilities
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree typically required; no prior professional experience needed for this entry-level role
- CNIM eligibility required via one ABRET pathway (Bachelor’s degree, R EEG T or R EP T certification, or graduation from a CAAHEP/NIM IOM program)
- Familiarity or coursework in intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM), anatomy & physiology, or technical troubleshooting preferred
- Operating Room (OR) experience preferred but not required
- Strong time management, organization skills, and the ability to handle competing demands and schedule changes
- Effective English communication skills for collaborating with surgeons and surgical staff
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation (field-based role)
- Ability to obtain/maintain hospital privileges and be eligible for standard-rate medical malpractice insurance (insurance provided by client)
- Commitment to obtain and maintain CNIM certification
Travel & Physical Demands
- Travel up to 25% (regional travel to hospitals and surgical centers)
- Ability to transport and set up IOM equipment and supplies (~50 lbs total) in a timely manner
- Ability to stand for periods, bend, use manual dexterity, and wear PPE (gloves, masks, gowns, goggles) as required
- Visual and auditory acuity necessary for monitoring and communication in OR settings
Our Values
Our client’s culture supports innovation, customer focus, teamwork, and a driven mindset.
- Passionate about Innovation — improving patient care through advanced monitoring technology
- Customer Focused — responsive to clinical needs and operating-room teams
- Teamwork — respectful, accountable collaboration across clinical and technical teams
- Driven — results-oriented, decisive, and focused on delivering solutions that improve patient outcomes
Equal Employment Opportunity
Careertakes is partnering with a confidential client committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; please request accommodations during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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