Polysom Technologist II

Catholic Health Initiatives; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Polysomnographic Technician to join their team. This role involves performing essential polysomnographic testing and providing exceptional patient care tailored to individual needs. You will be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions and promotes professional growth. With a focus on patient well-being and safety, you will utilize state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality healthcare services. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Mental Health resources

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Short and Long Term Disability

Free Premium Membership to Care.com

Employee Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• High school graduate; graduate of an accredited polysomnographer program required.
• Licensure: RPSGT, CPSGT, RESP-LIC:KY, BLS-CPR.

Responsibilities

• Perform polysomnographic recordings and provide patient care based on needs.
• Comply with safety procedures and document activities as per guidelines.

Skills

Polysomnographic testing

Patient care

Communication skills

Computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited polysomnographer program

Tools

Polysomnographic equipment

Job description

Overview

Welcome to Saint Joseph East, a 217-bed, full-service, community hospital located in a convenient setting in Lexington, Kentucky. Saint Joseph East also includes the Women's Hospital at Saint Joseph East which is dedicated to supporting the well-being of women in Central and Eastern Kentucky and serves a 16-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members' well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

1. Paid Time Off (PTO)
2. 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
3. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
4. Mental Health resources for you and your family
5. Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
6. Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
7. Adoption Assistance
8. Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
9. Short and Long Term Disability
10. Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
11. Employer Discounts
12. Relocation Assistance*
13. Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
14. Sign-on Bonuses up to $25,000*
15. Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires and positions

Learn more about Saint Joseph East and its awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph East

Responsibilities

Sign On Bonus up to $6,000 and Student Loan Payback up to $24,000 for eligible hires

Job Summary / Purpose

Perform standard Polysomnographic testing as directed according to established practice in accordance with standards as published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Association of Polysomographic Technologists. Provide patient care/services based on identified needs/developmental level for all patient populations checked below; care/services may include assessment of individual patient needs; incorporation of age-specific characteristics in patient education, communication, and planning; provision of individualized care relevant to patient needs; and recognition, monitoring, and provision of interventions as appropriate. Assure the effective use of department resources to meet patient’s needs, promote interdepartmental cooperation and problem solving, facilitate the cooperative efforts of the staff group, provide an accessible management person to communicate with staff and to carry out supervisory functions and perform polysomnographic recordings.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Complies with safety and emergency procedures.
2. Complies with Hospital/Department/Unit policies.
3. Documents activities consistent with Hospital/Department/Unit Guidelines.
4. Performs polysomnographic recordings.
5. Provides care/services based on identified needs.
6. Uses required equipment for providing care/services.
7. Consults with Hospital/department resources.
8. Demonstrates professional responsibility as per job classification.
9. Demonstrates Core Values Guest Relations/Guest Service Standards.
10. Demonstrates Core Values Based on Behavioral Standards.
11. Other duties as assigned by management.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited polysomnographer program.

Required Licensure and Certifications

RPSGT; or CPSGT; or RESP-LIC:KY; BLS-CPR

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training

Should have working knowledge of computers. Adequate conversational English is required in order that the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and understand the Associate Handbook and all hospital policies.

Pay Range

$21.23 - $29.20 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.