Certified Polysomnographic Tech - Sleep Lab

Prime Healthcare Services; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sleep Lab at Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a qualified Polysomnographic Technologist for full-time night shifts (Mon-Fri 7:30pm-6am).

You will perform diagnostic polysomnograms, CPAP titrations, and related sleep-disorder center procedures, analyze data, generate reports, and support daily operations while delivering patient care across adolescent to geriatric populations.

Qualifications

• CPSGT certification within 12 months or RCP license.
• BLS from AHA or ARC on hire.
• BRPT registry preferred.
• 1 year sleep lab experience preferred.
• Experience scoring sleep studies preferred.
• Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.
• High school diploma required.
• Graduate of polysomnography or respiratory therapy program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform sleep disorder center procedures and data analysis.
• Generate diagnostic polysomnograms and titration studies.
• Assist in scheduling and daily sleep center operations.
• Provide patient education and maintain a safe care environment.

Skills

Polysomnography

Sleep data analysis

CPAP titration

Patient care

BRPT preferred

Education

CPSGT certification

BLS certification

Associate or Bachelor degree

High school diploma

Polysomnography program graduate

Job description

Overview

• Department:Sleep Lab
• Schedule:Full Time Nights, Mon-Fri 7:30pm-6am
• Facility:Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location:Evanston, IL 60201

Responsibilities

The Polysomnographic Technologist performs all Sleep Disorder Center procedures, including but not limited to sleep data analysis and report generation, diagnostic polysomnograms, CPAP, Bi level and/or oxygen titration polysomnograms, and Multiple Sleep Latency Tests, in a manner consistent with community and national standards. Assists the Sleep Center supervisor/manager/director in daily operations of the sleep Disorder Center, including but not limited to scheduling, answering phones, and other duties as directed by the manager or director. May be responsible for staff education and training as needed. Safely manages the environment of care while providing quality services for all customers. Provides physical and supportive care and sleep related health education to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Certified Polysomnographic Technologist (CPSGT) obtained within twelve (12) months of hire or job transfer date, or a state licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire and maintain current.
• Eligible for registry through the BRPT preferred.
• One (1) year technical experience working in a sleep lab/center preferred.
• Experience scoring sleep studies, preferred.
• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of an accredited polysomnography program or respiratory therapy program preferred.

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $21.86 to $32.13. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf