Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered

About Sanford

• Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
• It takes all of us to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), home sleep testing (HST), and maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT) will be performed.
• Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders.
• Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understanding the testing equipment, including it’s structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
• Monitor and document appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
• Educating patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and following up as needed.
• Acquire the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or other medical specialty preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.
• Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.
• If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in one of the following: 1.
• Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules.
• Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
• OR 2.
• Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.
• Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT.
• Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.

Benefits

• Referral Bonuses Competitive Compensation Salary Increases Shift Differentials Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account Paid Time Off Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us.

Work Shift

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Compensation: Salary Range: $27.00 - $38.00 *Sign-on Bonus Available: $5,500/ 2 years* Union Position: No Department Details Come join our team and enjoy a flexible schedule, friendly work environment, and being able to work independently! This position is full time 36 hours a week working 3 -12hr rotating, night shifts from 7PM to 7AM. Premium available for weekend and night commitments.

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