Polysomnographic Technician I

OSF HealthCare; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 37,553 - 44,165; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist in Bloomington, IL. This role involves conducting sleep disorder testing and analysis in collaboration with medical staff, requiring a high school diploma and certifications within 24 months. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential for this position. The estimated pay for this role ranges between $27.26 and $32.06 per hour, along with a focus on providing comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an accredited educational program in allied health is needed.
• Must meet certification requirements within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Medical Director and staff for sleep disorder testing.
• Performs comprehensive sleep testing and analysis.
• Supervises Polysomnographic Trainees.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in allied health field

Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT)

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $27.26 - $32.06/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Polysomnographic Technologist works collectively with the Medical Director, Leadership, staff and patients to achieve optimal efficiency and success in sleep disorder testing and scoring. Performs comprehensive sleep testing / analysis and associated interventions under the general supervision of the Leader, Medical Director, or designee. Provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following requirements: Successful completion of an accredited educational program with an associate’s degree in an allied health field.
• Completion of six months experience as a sleep trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies.
• Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) credential or equivalent.
• 6 months clinical experience working as an EEG Tech.

Other Licenses/Certifications:

• Must obtain one of the following within 24 months of hire.
• Certification extensions may be granted up to an extra 12 months if approved by leadership and there is a business need to do so.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist – (RPSGT), Registry in sleep technology through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT)
• The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Sleep Disorders Specialty – SDS
• Registered Sleep Technologist – RST registered by the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
• CPR-American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers)

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• An associate’s degree in an allied healthcare field (respiratory care or neuro-diagnostics).

Other skills/knowledge:

• Analytical skills necessary to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative statistical data and conduct diagnostic procedures.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to explain procedures to patient to alleviate their apprehensions and gain their cooperation.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.