Clinical Sleep Educator

Saint Francis Healthcare System; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Earned Time Off (ETO)

Retirement benefits with matching

Education Assistance up to $5,000

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Missouri seeks a Clinical Sleep Educator to support patients with sleep disorders through education and treatment plans. This role requires an Associate's degree and a Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Missouri, along with five years of experience in a Sleep Lab. Responsibilities include delivering patient education and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance clinical outcomes. Comprehensive health benefits and education assistance are also offered.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a Sleep Lab required.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Missouri required.
• RPSGT and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered education on sleep disorders.
• Support individuals with therapy adherence, especially with PAP.
• Collaborate with sleep physicians and technologists.

Skills

Patient-centered education

Behavioral coaching

Therapy adherence (PAP therapy)

Education

Associate's degree in related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Sleep Educator provides patient-centered education and clinical support for individuals undergoing evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This role focuses on patient education, therapy adherence (especially PAP therapy), behavioral coaching, and collaboration with sleep physicians and technologists to improve clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Job Details and Requirements

Full-time, 80 hours per 2 week pay period.

Typical hours: Tuesday-Friday, 6:30a-5:00p.

Education

• Associate's degree in related field- required

License/Certification

• Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state of Missouri- required
• RPSGT- required
• CCSH or obtain credential within six (6) months of accepting position- required
• BLS- required

Experience

• Five (5) years of experience in a Sleep Lab- required

Total Rewards

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].