Neurophysiological Technologist

Union: Non-Union 
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Role: Replacement
Site: Toronto Western Hospital - 399 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5T 2S8
Department: Operating Room
Reports to: Manager
Salary Range: $42.73 - $53.41 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Various Shifts as needed including Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends and Holidays
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: March 5, 2026

Position Summary

As an integral member of the Neurosurgical Intraoperative Monitoring department, the responsibilities of the Neurophysiological Technologist, include: performing quality neurophysiological monitoring procedures to facilitate the prevention of interoperative neurological deficits by analyzing and interpreting the patient’s neurological responses at critical moments during surgery; operating, troubleshooting and ensuring equipment is performing in an effective and efficient manner; participating in teaching, training and other educational activities; promoting neurophysiological monitoring in the community; preparing written and electronic reports required to document all procedures and test results; performing research responsibilities; performing other related patient care responsibilities to facilitate the provision of optimal patient care; observing and understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures; adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality; performing cross-functional and other responsibilities consistent with the job classification, as required.

Duties

• Analyzes surgery requirements; determines the degree of patient monitoring that is required during surgery.
• Performs preoperative set up procedures.
• Performs interoperative procedures.
• Performs advanced monitoring for high risk neuro/spinal surgeries, independently making critical decisions on whether the patient's central nervous system has been compromised.
• Ensures procedures are completed accurately and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Performs a follow up evaluation of patient's neurological status for complicated cases.
• Performs Quality Assurance and Control, as set by department standards.

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree program in Nursing or Life Sciences
• Successful candidates required to write the Certification Examination in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM) within two years of start date
• Ability to multi-task and to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet patient care needs
• Ability to meet continuing education requirements
• Effective computer skills
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Exercise initiative and good judgement
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies preferred

Why join UHN? 

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.  

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.