Polysomnographer-$$

CGH Medical Center; Sterling, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF retirement fund

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible-Sp

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiv.

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Pharmacy Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL seeks a Polysomnographic Technologist to perform sleep studies, EEG-related tasks, and patient education under clinical direction. You will conduct testing, calibrations, and data reporting, with a 36-hour weekly schedule, evening shift, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates with 1+ year of experience.

Join a dedicated team delivering exceptional sleep care. Requirements include a relevant associate degree or higher, certification (ABSM/NBRC/BRPT

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Polysomnography or Respiratory Care or polysomnography program.
• Must be registered by ABSM, NBRC or BRPT or eligible to sit.
• BLS must be completed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information to determine testing procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer inquiries.
• Document and maintain medical records; prepare records for physician review.
• Prepare equipment, calibrate signals, fit PAP masks, and follow testing protocols.
• Score sleep stages and clinical events; generate accurate reports.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee tests related to sleep and EEG per guidelines.

Skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Polysomnography or Respiratory Care

ABSM/NBRC/BRPT certification or eligibility

BLS within 30 days of hire

Job description

**Our growth is creating great opportunities!** Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you. **Shift**7p to 7:30 a.m. w/every 3rd weekend**Scheduled Weekly Hours**36$10,000 sign on bonus available for external candidates with at least 1 year of experience**POSITION PURPOSE****:**A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., or PhD) or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide oversight of other staff.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****:*** Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (Physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history), and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.* Explain pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures to the patient. Respond to study participant’s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.* Complete and verify documentation. Legibly documents patient care and maintains medical record. Prepares patient record for physician review.* Perform Testing Preparation Procedures by preparation/calibration of required equipment to determine proper functioning and make necessary adjustments; application of electrodes/sensors according to published standards; perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make necessary adjustments; perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.* Follow procedural protocols [such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP and oxygen titration, etc.] to ensure collection of appropriate data.* Successful completion of Larry Head Institute basic EEG Video Series.* Performs all studies related to Sleep and EEG per established guidelines.* Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.* Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines. Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to center specific protocols.* Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.* Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues as well as BRPT Standards of Conduct.* Performs routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.* Performs other related duties as assigned**SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:*** High School Diploma or equivalent required.* Successful completion of an accredited or educational program leading to an associate degree with an emphasis in Polysomnography or Respiratory Care; or successful completion of a polysomnography program associated with a state license and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience.* Must be registered by the ABSM, NBRC, or BRPT (RST, RPSGT, RRT-SDS, CRT-SDS) or accepted to sit for the registry examination. Must obtain within 90 days of hire.* Must complete BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment at CGH.* Basic computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite software preferred.**Compensation Range**$25.00 - $37.50**Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions**Health and Dental InsuranceIMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)Medical and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingLife InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityOptional InsurancesPaid Time OffTuition Reimbursement and Loan ForgivenessGift Shop DiscountCGH Day Care DiscountCGH Dietary DiscountEmployee Assistance ProgramCGH Pharmacy DiscountCGH Vision Center DiscountThank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people. Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there’s been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference.