Neurodiagnostic Tech - PRN- Sleep Center

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System is seeking a Neurodiagnostic technologist for the Sleep Lab. You will perform routine to complex sleep studies, monitor and score results, and assist physicians with procedures in a fast-paced inpatient setting at the Main Hospital Sleep Lab.

PRN nights require weekend availability and coverage for PTO/LOA. Requirements include a minimum of 1 year neurodiagnostic experience (polysomnography/epilepsy monitoring), BLS, and ABRET/BRPT or BRPT-related credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of technical neurodiagnostic experience including polysomnography or epilepsy monitoring.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification before hire/placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, complex and special Neurodiagnostic procedures for physicians.
• Assist physicians with special procedures as needed.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Neurodiagnostic equipment.
• Follow infection control guidelines and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Stay current with field developments and maintain applicable licensure/certification.

Skills

Sleep study setup

CPAP administration

Patient communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Main Hospital Bldg 8th Floor

* Schedule: PRN- Nights (6:00p-7:30a) Must be able to work weekends and provide PTO and LOA coverage

Primary Purpose

Performs routine, complex and special Neurodiagnostic examinations for patients as directed, providing physicians diagnostic tools with which to treat patients.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Must have one (1) year of technical neurodiagnostic experience to include polysomnography or epilepsy monitoring.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification before date of hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:
  • American Heart Association
  • American Red Cross
  • Military Training Network
• Current incumbents in the role as of 8/1/2023 must obtain a health care provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification no later than 11/31/2023.
• Laboratory or Epilepsy Monitoring:
  • Must be registered by the American Board of Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (ABRET) as a registered EEG Technologist (REEGT). EMG (Electromyographic Technologist)
• Sleep Lab:
  • Must be registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). Or Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorder (RRT-SDS)

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must be able to obtain high quality sleep studies following established department procedures.
• Must be able to independently set-up, record and monitor 2 sleep studies per night, administering CPAP if indicated.
• Must possess ability to appropriately use PAP devices, following established guidelines.
• Must be able to respond appropriately in all patient-related situations and contact appropriate staff or physicians if needed.
• Must be familiar with digital recordings and scoring techniques.
• Must have ability to stage and score sleep studies using laboratory guidelines.
• Must have good communication skills necessary in handling difficult and severely ill patients.
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the performance and monitoring of routine, complex and special Neurodiagnostic procedures for use by physicians as a diagnostic tool. Assist physicians with special procedures as needed.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with other employees, physicians, patients and family members to ensure patients' comfort and expediency of testing procedures
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment to ensure effective operation.
• Follows established infection control guidelines.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Requisition ID: 990637