IOM Technologist-Mount Vernon, IL

• Overview Be a Guardian in the Operating Room.
• Sign-on bonus available IOM Technologist | MPOWERHealth Every surgery has a team protecting the patient.
• You are the one protecting their nervous system.
• When a patient goes under anesthesia for a complex spinal or neurological procedure, they place extraordinary trust in the hands around them.
• As an IOM Technologist at MPOWERHealth, you are a critical part of that circle of care — monitoring the patient's brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves in real time, ready to act the moment something needs attention.
• This isn't just a technical role.
• It's a calling for someone who understands that their skill and focus can mean the difference between a patient walking out of the hospital or not.
• If that kind of purpose drives you, we want you on our team

Responsibilities

• What You'll Do: Protect Patients. Partner with Surgeons. Make a Difference. Your Role in the Operating Room Every case is different. Every patient is counting on you. Here's how you show up for them:
• Before the first incision, you meet with patients, review their history, and explain what neuromonitoring means for their safety. You are often their last reassuring voice before surgery begins.Patient Assessment:
• You are the eyes on the nervous system throughout the procedure — continuously reading electrophysiological data, spotting early warning signs, and alerting the surgical team in real time when it matters most.Intraoperative Monitoring:
• You work side-by-side with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff. Your communication and expertise directly influence surgical decisions and patient outcomes.Team Collaboration:
• You interpret complex waveforms, correlate findings with surgical events, and document everything with precision. Your records protect the patient long after they leave the OR.Data Integrity:
• You contribute to a culture of continuous improvement — helping make care better not just for today's patients, but for every patient who follows.Quality & Innovation:

What We Offer

• A Career That Rewards Your Dedication Compensation & Benefits We believe people who protect patients deserve to be well taken care of themselves:
• Sign-On Bonus — because your expertise is worth it from day one
• Competitive salary based on your experience, credentials, and skillset
• Earn up to 100% employer-paid health insurance + $1,500 annual HSA contribution
• Quarterly utilization incentive — up to $2,000 per quarter
• Travel incentive pay: $150–$250 per case day when covering cases on the road
• On-call pay, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 401(k) with competitive company match and immediate vesting
• Access to advanced case training to keep growing your clinical skills

Qualifications

• This role is for experienced IOM professionals ready to step in and make an immediate impact:
• CNIM certified or CNIM-eligible
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field
• Minimum 1 year of IONM experience
• Strong foundation in neuroanatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
• AHA CPR certified | Valid Driver's License
• A communicator and a collaborator — equally comfortable working independently or as part of a surgical team Bonus Points
• Advanced degree in neuroscience or a related field
• Experience with advanced neuromonitoring modalities What to Expect on the Job This is an active, hands-on role in real surgical environments:
• You'll be on your feet — standing, moving, and staying sharp for extended periods
• You'll transport and set up equipment (up to 45 lbs)
• Schedule flexibility required, including on-call availability
• Exposure to OR environments; adherence to safety protocols is essential Not yet CNIM certified? You don't have to wait. Apply to the MPOWERHealth CNIM Academy — our nationally accredited, paid training program with a 94% certification pass rate. MPOWERHealth is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. IND456