Polysomnographic Technologist Job at American Nursing Care (College Station)

Sleep Technologist 4

Fully and independently supports lab operations through staff supervision and/or...

Location

United States , Rochester

Salary:

30.33 - 42.47 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate's degree in Polysomnography Technologist and 3 years experience in polysomnographic testing required
Bachelor's degree in health care related field preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Customer service skills, computer use agility, ability to work well in a team preferred
AASM - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (NYS Licensure) upon hire required
BCLS - Basic Life Support certified or CPR upon hire required
POLYSOM - Polysomnographic Tech (Registered) upon hire required
RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer Technologist upon hire required

Job Responsibility

Fully and independently supports lab operations through staff supervision and/or maintenance of equipment, scoring of studies, compiling and analyzing quality assurance data, and assumes charge responsibilities as requested
Supports and is actively involved in upgrades to equipment
Presents educational and quality assurance information at staff meetings
Role models professional behaviors, critical thinking skills, and excellent customer service
Assumes charge responsibilities and precepts new staff
Reviews scheduled patients and anticipates and resolves problems for the night staff
Alters the tech schedule to match tech skill level and abilities due to patient cancellations or add-ons to the current schedule
Develops and establishes procedures and schedules to meet operation needs
Works with leadership team on related personnel actions, including hiring and performance management activities
Trains acquiring and scoring focused on the sleep technologist program

Fulltime

Sleep Technologist 3

Exercises expert judgment, skill and knowledge in the performance of responsibil...

Location

United States , Brighton

Salary:

26.77 - 34.80 USD / Hour

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate's degree in Polysomnography Technologist and 2 years experience in polysomnographic testing
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education as appropriate
Knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download if appropriate
Adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures
Adherence to AASM scoring parameters
identify artifact, inadequate signals and equipment failures and generate an accurate report
Computer skills appropriate for the position
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Appropriate social, customer service, and teamwork skills

Job Responsibility

Exercises expert judgment, skill and knowledge in the performance of responsibility
Works independently, problem solves complex issues and generates reports that are accurate and concise
Ensures quality data and patient safety
Models professional behaviors, critical thinking skills and excellent customer service
Exhibits acquired knowledge of sleep/wake physiology and sleep pathology and shares this with others through formal and informal methods
Effectively takes charge of unit, manages equipment problems and patient schedule as needed
Collects, analyzes and integrates patient information to identify and meet the patient-specific needs
Determines final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols
Reviews patient's history and verifies medical order
Follows sleep center protocols related to the sleep study

Fulltime

Registered Sleep Technologist

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is see...

Location

United States , Mason City

Salary:

Not provided

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sleep Lab Technologist certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential, and CPR certification required
Eighteen months of sleep disorder care experience preferred.

Job Responsibility

Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders
Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history
Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols
Review the patient’s history and verify the medical order
Follow sleep center protocols related to the sleep study
Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards
Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desentization
Assure compliance with federal, state, and local technical and professional regulations and accepted practiced guidelines
Maintain and promote good customer relations
communicate with management, coworkers, facility staff, patients, patients’ family members, and other caretakers in a professional manner

What we offer

Weekly pay and direct deposit
Full coverage of all credentialing fees
Private housing or housing allowance
Group Health insurance for you and your family
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Travel reimbursement
401(k) matching
Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000

Fulltime

Polysom Technician

As a Polysom Tech, you will perform diagnostic sleep procedures per physician or...

Location

United States , Omaha

Salary:

23.11 - 34.38 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, within 6 months
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Job Responsibility

Perform diagnostic sleep procedures per physician orders and established protocols
Set up the lab, prepare patients, conduct and evaluate polysomnograms, score sleep staging, assist with data tabulation, and monitor/adjust equipment
Provide for the assessment and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of diagnostic testing based on patients’ age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs
Communicate to the physician of pertinent patient data
Initiate and monitor overnight testing procedures in accordance with American Academy of Sleep Medicine and within the guidelines of all regulating/governing bodies
Communicate a professional attitude with patients, visitors and other hospital personnel
Practice strict ethical enforcement of protected medical and employee confidentiality
Operate in full compliance with organization’s safety program
Respond to all emergency preparedness situations as appropriate
Utilize standard precaution and assure unit’s equipment is ready for safe operation

What we offer

Medical
Prescription drug
Dental
Vision plans
Life insurance
Paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually)
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Fulltime

Polysomnography Technologist

Provides care for patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment...

Location

United States , Hollywood

Salary:

Not provided

Memorial Healthcare System

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Accredited Program: Sleep Technology (Required)
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
One (1) year experience preferred
Can be Registered as a Sleep Technologist (RST) or Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Certified Polysomnographic Technologist (CPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS)
National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred
Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate OR associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology OR Graduate of an accredited registered/professional respiratory therapy program OR Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated (A-STEP) with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility OR equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technician

Job Responsibility

Prepares for the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the equipment for the ordered test
Interviews patient/parent to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures
Prepares, calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains equipment required for testing
Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements
Scores, interprets and reports results of sleep studies
Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources
Performs testing and any additional testing required for sleep disorder that is noted

Fulltime

Polysomnography Technologist

PER DIEM Polysomnographic Technologist role, experience in field required. Perfo...

Location

United States , Tucson

Salary:

Not provided

Tucson Medical Center

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year (2) college or technical school
or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Six (6) months of sleep studies experience
Current Heartsaver CPR (HSCPR or HSFACPR) certification
Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification preferred
Knowledge of sleep studies protocol used to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders and how to collect and transmit biological specimens for analyses
Skill in placement of electrodes and how to measure and record results
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence
Ability to listen and accurately interpret others’ communication or instructions to take appropriate action

Job Responsibility

Performs a variety of sleep studies in order to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders, as directed by a physician
Collects and transmits biological specimens for analyses
Performs and records patient assessment
Scores sleep records and documents other test results
Calibrates and adjusts equipment, including troubleshooting minor problems
Applies suitable electrodes on predetermined measured positions on the patient’s head according to lab standards
Administers oxygen and nasal CPAP/BiPAP as prescribed by a physician
Instructs the patient in the proper use and care of nasal CPAP/BiPAP equipment
Performs routine and difficult polysomnography recordings
Abstracts relevant information from the patient, patient’s clinical record, or family member, and completes sleep questionnaire

Parttime

Polysomnographic Tech (Sleep Tech) - Pediatrics

Performs inpatient and outpatient sleep disorder studies. Studies include prepar...

Location

United States , Oak Lawn

Salary:

28.55 - 46.05 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 30 days
Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) registration issued by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) needs to be obtained within 3 years, or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) certification issued by the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) needs to be obtained within 3 years, or Registered Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorders Specialty (RRT-SDS) certification issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) needs to be obtained within 3 years
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills
Basic computer skills
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance

Job Responsibility

Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and signals
Selects and applies special monitoring electrodes, bands, thermistors, and other monitoring probes to appropriate areas of the patient's body
Prepares positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fittings
Follows sleep procedures to establish and document baseline values such as body position, movements, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates
Assists with scoring sleep/wake stages and with the generation of accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc
Implements appropriate interventions including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous (CPAP) and bi-level (BIPAP) positive airway pressure and oxygen administration
Assist with procedures and therapeutic interventions such as auto servo ventilation (SV) titrations, average volume assured pressure support (AVAPS), multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT), maintenance of wakefulness testing (MWT)
Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to recognize and eliminate all artifacts observed during the test
Follows wake procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires
Sets up video and audio monitoring apparatus

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Parttime

Supervisor, Sleep Center

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to M...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

70197.00 - 105295.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors of Science in health care related field or AAS in Polysomnography Technologist required
3 years of experience in polysomnographic testing required or equivalent combination of education and experience
Leadership experience preferred
Interpersonal, customer service, team work and coaching/mentoring skills
Computer use agility, critical thinking and decision-making ability preferred
NYS license as a Polysomnographic Technologist required
Must be Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

Job Responsibility

Works under the general supervision of the medical director and/or a senior administrator to manage operations of a sleep program to ensure comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with sleep disorders
Oversees the operation of the Sleep Center and associated services, including compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines, ensuring appropriate levels of clinical supply and inventory
Executes decision making authority as it relates to day-to-day operations
Develops policies and procedures
Supports program accreditation and compliance with regulatory requirements
Contributes to development, approval and oversight of annual budget
Directs and manages work completed by the assigned team, Ensures staff adheres to the accepted standards for the evaluation, testing, and treatment of patients in the sleep program
Recruits, interviews, hires, orients, trains and evaluates performance, recommends salary adjustments, provides guidance to staff through HR policies and guidelines
Improves staff performance through ongoing counseling, coaching, delegation, feedback, disciplinary actions when necessary and other HR functions
Develops plans to improve and sustain employee engagement for all assigned staff

Fulltime

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