Sleep Technologist

MedSleep Inc.; Terrace; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national Canadian healthcare company is seeking a Sleep Technologist in Terrace. This full-time, permanent role involves providing direct patient care, performing polysomnographic procedures, and monitoring patient sleep studies. Successful candidates will have a focus on quality patient care and must be able to work overnight shifts and weekends. The role offers paid, hands-on training and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid hands-on training

Comprehensive benefits package

Group RRSP Plan

Potential relocation assistance

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Must be able to work overnight shifts, 3-4 nights per week.
• Candidates must be able to work weekends.
• Flexibility to work up to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the proper performance of polysomnographic procedures.
• Provide direct patient contact and monitor sleep studies.
• Set up patients for overnight studies and address questions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

High quality patient care focus

Education

High School diploma

BSc in Sciences or BA in Psychology/Biology/Neuroscience (preferred)

Job description

Sleep Technologist

At MedSleep, skilled, dedicated, enthusiastic employees are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building and nurturing a great place to work, learn, and develop. We are proud of our people and our company. Are you looking to start your career in healthcare? We have a great career opportunity for someone looking to join a growing team of health professionals!

Why join MedSleep?

Looking to make an impact? Do you love patient care? Are you a science graduate looking to put your degree to use?

• Paid Hands-On Training: Receive paid, on-the-job training to ensure you are well-prepared for your role.
• Watch these videos to see what the role involves:
  • https://vimeo.com/278547910
  • http://medsleep.com/psgvideo
• Comprehensive Package:Starting wage of $18/hour for untrained Sleep Techs, increasing to $21/hour after training.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: health, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment
• Group RRSP Plan.
• Potential Relocation Assistance.
• Opportunities for career growth:We offer training and professional development to prepare you for a certified role and excel in the growing field of sleep science.
• Supportive Work Culture:Everyone in the team counts collaborates towards success
• Impactful Work:Our positions give you DIRECT patient care. Gain patient interaction experience.

Position Description:

• The Polysomnographic Technologist ensures the proper performance of all procedures relating to the accurate, safe operation of all diagnostic and therapeutic polysomnographic services provided by our clinics.
• You will be provided 240 hours of hands-on training plus theoretical training.
• Direct patient contact including describing the procedures, setting-up the patient for the overnight study, addressing questions, resolving technical or equipment issues and monitoring the sleep study throughout the evening.

Position Qualifications:

• Relevant education – High School required. BSc (Sciences) BA in Psychology, Biology, Neuroscience, or an Allied Health care professional preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work overnight shifts, night shifts are eleven and a half (11.5) hours per shift, 3-4 nights per week and weekends—candidates must be able to work weekends.
• Must be flexible to work up to forty (40) hours/week.
• Effective communication and troubleshooting skills, and ability to work independently.
• A focus on high quality patient care.
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Check will be required before the end of one month of working.

We are a national Canadian company, growing since 2004, dedicated to helping people achieve better sleep through high-quality care. Our services include clinical consultation, diagnostic testing, and treatment for a wide range of sleep disorders. With paid on-the-job training and opportunities for continued growth, this is a meaningful career path - not just a job.

Shift: Night Shift
Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Location: 4650 Lazelle Ave #206, Terrace, BC V8G 1S6