Impactful Sleep Technologist - Polysomnography Expert

Franklin General Hospital; Hampton (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin General Hospital Sleep Department seeks a Sleep Technologist to perform nocturnal polysomnograms, set up sleep studies, and train interns as needed. The role requires PSG certification and Iowa licensure, with at least two years of PSG experience.

Must handle seriously ill patients, possess a valid driver’s license, and hold BLS and mandatory reporting trainings. Full-time contract, 40 hours per week, $50–$60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be registered by the American Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists or Board Registered in a related field with the ability to apply and pass for a certificate in Sleep medicine, such as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registered Electro Neurodiagnostic Technologist.
• Must be current in CEU's.
• Must meet criteria to apply and receive Iowa Licensure required by Iowa Department of Public Health.
• Two years of PSG experience preferred in a sleep disorder setting.
• Must be capable of dealing with severely ill patients.
• Driver's license required, with acceptable driving record.
• Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.
• Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnographic data acquisitions while monitoring study quality to ensure signals are artifact-free.
• Follow procedural protocols (MSLT, CPAP and oxygen titration) to ensure data collection.
• Cleans electrodes, CPAP mask, patient room and sleep equipment; prepares for sterilization.
• Reviews orders and medical history; communicates monitoring parameters with ordering physician/Medical Director.
• Administers medications and supplemental oxygen as directed by physician.
• Recognizes and responds to serious medical problems per protocol and notifies on-call physician as needed.

Education

Iowa Licensure required

Continuous CEUs

PSG experience 2+ years

Job description

Franklin General Hospital Sleep Department seeks a Sleep Technologist to perform nocturnal polysomnograms, set up sleep studies, and train interns as needed. The role requires PSG certification and Iowa licensure, with at least two years of PSG experience.

Must handle seriously ill patients, possess a valid driver’s license, and hold BLS and mandatory reporting trainings. Full-time contract, 40 hours per week, $50–$60 per hour.