Polysomnographic Reg, Sleep Disorder Center

Covenant Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN seeks a qualified Polysomnographic Technologist to supervise and develop training, assist medical directors with protocols, and perform diverse sleep studies in a night-shift lab.

The role requires BRPT registration, TN licensure as polysomnographic technologist, and CPR certification. The technologist works independently under minimal supervision, contributing to quality improvement and patient safety.

Qualifications

• BRPT certification and Tennessee licensure required.
• CPR certification required.
• Supervisory/training responsibilities are part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Performs all modalities of polysomnography including scoring, MWT, HSAT, MSLT.
• Performs complex sleep studies and PAP titration as needed.
• Maintains accurate polysomnography documentation and charts.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

CPR certification

Tools

BRPT registration

Job description

Overview

Polysomnographic Reg, Sleep Disorder Center

Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift

Parkwest Overview:

Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world-class cardiacexpertisewith the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community. Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all-digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care.It’sconsistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S.News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, ParkwestMedicalCenter,marriescutting-edgetechnology with compassionate, community-centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.

To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and ourunits, visitCovenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities.

Position Summary:

Qualified to serve as chief technologist; supervises, plans, and develops training activities; serves as in-service training instructor; assists medical director and physicians with development of test protocols, programs, and procedures; works without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs all modalities of polysomnography including, but not limited to: scoring, seizure hook up, rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (RBD), maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT), home sleep apnea test (HSAT), and multiple sleep latency test (MSLT), in the laboratory.
• Performs difficult or unusual procedures (e.g., complex sleep apnea, RDB, positive air pressure (PAP) titration, seizure recognition, etc.).
• Accurately charts and maintains appropriate paperwork for polysomnography charting.
• Arranges for maintenance and repair of polysomnography equipment.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

None

Licensure Requirement:

Must have and maintain CPR certification, registration by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), and licensure by the state of Tennessee as a Polysomnographic Technologist as per TCA 63-31-106.