Polysomnographic Technician I

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Ottawa, IL seeks a Polysomnographic Technologist to perform sleep testing and scoring under the supervision of the Medical Director and leadership. This role includes supervising a Polysomnographic Trainee and ensuring efficient, accurate sleep studies for patients.

You will work closely with staff to deliver high-quality care in the sleep disorders program, applying strong analytical and interpersonal skills and maintaining patient comfort and safety throughout testing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an allied health field or equivalent.
• Six months sleep trainee experience or EEG tech experience.
• CPSGT or BRPT/ SDS credential or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform sleep testing and analysis under supervision.
• Provide supervision of a Polysomnographic Trainee.
• Collaborate with Medical Director and staff to ensure quality care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in allied health

Sleep trainee experience (6 months)

CPSGT or equivalent

6 months EEG tech experience

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $27.26 - $35.68/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/ GED

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.

Licensure/Certification:

CPR-American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Proivders).

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.

Other skills/knowledge:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associate 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.