About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

We are currently looking for a Registered Neurophysiology Technologist who can join our Intraoperative Neuromonitoring team and work under the guidance and supervision of a Board-Certified Intraoperative Neurophysiologist. In this role you will perform quality neurophysiological monitoring in an effort to prevent intraoperative neurological deficits during high risk neurosurgery and orthopedic cases. You will be responsible for confidently communicating patient related concerns to the surgeon and/or neurophysiologist in real time, efficiently and accurately.

Here's what you'll get to do

• Performs a variety of test modalities to map and monitor the functional and structural integrity of the spinal cord, brain, and peripheral structures in real time as the surgery progresses. These tests include but not limited to EEG, SEPs, MEPs, EMG, , BAER, f-waves, h-reflexes, direct cortical and spinal cord mapping, depth of anesthesia monitoring and train-of-4.
• Analyze and clinically interpret the patient's neurological responses during critical moments of the surgical procedure.
• Ensuring equipment is in good working condition by performing routine/emergency testing and maintenance, reporting faults relating to all equipment in a timely manner to biomedical engineering, maintaining appropriate records, and taking necessary follow-up actions
• Responsible for maintaining detailed written and electronic documentation of all procedures and ensures the accuracy, legibility, and completeness of all reports
• Responsible for timely input of patient report data and maintenance of the patient record database to ensure results are submitted, organized, and accessible for future review.
• Preparing and electrodes and stimulators prior to surgery in accordance with the hospitals infection prevention and control policies.
• Responsible for being a self-initiated learner with a commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• Collaborating in research with medical staff under the guidance of the neurophysiologist by assisting with the development of research ideas, performing collection of research data, reviewing and analyzing data, and assisting with the writing and production of research papers to foster innovation in clinical advancements and scientific knowledge.
• Engaging in translation of knowledge, providing leadership in practice and teaching, and sharing expertise in best-practices locally, nationally, and internationally for the promotion of the field of IONM and as leaders in the complex care of children.
• Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities consistent with the job description, as required.
• Develops effective relationships with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing, and other POCU staff to be able to participate in an integrated approach to patient care and demonstrates the ability to advocate for patient safety in a diplomatic manner.

Here's what you'll need

• A bachelor's degree in a related health science discipline, preferably neurophysiology
• Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM)
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and maintain focus and concentration within the operating room environment.
• Requires flexibility and on-call weekend work, urgent cases, and non-prebooked ambulatory cases
• 2 years of Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring experience is preferred.
• Membership with Canadian Association of Neurophysiological Monitoring (CANM) is also preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Here's what you'll love

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type - Full-Time, Permanent

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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