Polysomnographic Technologist

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist for their clinical team. This position involves comprehensive testing and analysis in a polysomnographic setting, requiring at least 2 years of clinical experience and relevant certifications. Join a diverse team dedicated to patient care and excellence.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Clinical Experience required.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist certification required within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and calibrates polysomnographic testing equipment.
• Scores sleep and wake stages according to professional guidelines.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and performs routine equipment care.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Age Specific Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Location:

Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine

Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general oversight of a Lead Polysomnographic Technologist and the clinical director or designee. A Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, RPSGT can provide supervision of a Certified Polysomnographic Technologist, CPSGT.

Job Duties:

• Gathers and Analyzes Patient Information Testing Preparation Procedures: Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary.
• Polysomnographic Procedures: Follows procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data.
• Polysomnographic Record Scoring: Scores sleep and wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
• Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
• Performs routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
• Participates in all Joint Commission mandated educational programs including, but not limited to, Infection control, Fire, Electrical and Hazard Safety programs annually.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and program information.
• Responds to study participant's procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

• Hours: 3 - 12 hour shifts a week

• Required - Minimum 2 years of Clinical Experience AND Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Preferred)

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years-Clinical (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist within 18 months - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)

Skills:

Age Specific Care, Communication, Critical Thinking

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.