Night Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) - Sleep Lab Expert

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Polysomnography Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) to join the sleep center team. You will perform diagnostic and titration sleep studies, and home sleep testing for adults and geriatrics under physician orders and current guidelines.

The role requires 2 years of experience in an accredited Sleep Center, a High School Diploma, RPSGT licensure, and BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in an accredited Sleep Center.
• RPSGT licensure as a registered polysomnographic sleep technologist.
• BLS/CPR certification from AHA or ARC.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures and operates equipment with a high level of expertise.
• Demonstrates decision-making skills in patient assessment and care plan based on desired outcomes of therapy, clinical data and consultation with physician.
• Assesses patient and family's knowledge deficit regarding Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Adheres to department procedures of accurate documentation, trouble shoots and corrects artifact, performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety.
• Demonstrates activities consistent with the financial objectives of the department in the use of supplies and maintain and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Assumes and performs scoring of the polysomnographic record when as signed according to departmental policies & established guidelines.
• Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fair, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
• On ones own initiative, assists in writing procedures, giving in-services recognized as necessary by the individual.
• Maintains knowledge of infrequently used equipment and ordered patient therapeutics.
• Takes responsibility for maintain supplies & equipment in all areas of the Sleep Center; takes responsibility for reporting and follow through to biomedical on equipment in need of repair.
• Actively participates in Quality Assurance departmental activities and objectives.
• Clean and maintain all polysomnographic equipment according to department policy.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Registered Polysomnography Sleep Technologist (RPSGT) to join the sleep center team. You will perform diagnostic and titration sleep studies, and home sleep testing for adults and geriatrics under physician orders and current guidelines.

The role requires 2 years of experience in an accredited Sleep Center, a High School Diploma, RPSGT licensure, and BLS/CPR certification.