Polysomnographic Technologist

Memorial Physician Practices; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Sleep Technician in Gallatin, TN. This role involves conducting sleep studies, performing EEGs, and educating patients on sleep disorders. Candidates should possess critical thinking skills and be certified in BLS, with a high school diploma or GED required.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus available

Qualifications

• BLS certification from the AHA or ARC required upon hire.
• Tennessee Polysomnography licensure required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides care for patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment.
• Prepares equipment and interviews patients about sleep issues.
• Performs EEGs and maintains lab equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate of a Program in Discipline

Job description

Description:

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Provides care for patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment. Performs EEGs as assigned.

Reports to: Director - Cardiac-Pulmonary & Neurodiagnostics

Prepares for the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the equipment for the ordered test.

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Interviews patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.

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Performs testing and any additional testing required for sleep disorder that is noted.

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Scores, interprets, and reports results of sleep studies. Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources.

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Prepares, calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment required for testing. Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements.

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Maintains proper supplies to care for patients.

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Performs EEGs, as directed, utilizing proper technics with minimal repeats.

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Assures that patients are scheduled properly and properly instructed of all requirements pertaining to the test

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Assist in maintaining the laboratory and equipment

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Assists in training of other personnel on performing EEGs

Qualifications:

Minimum Education
High School diploma or GED - Required

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Minimum Education
Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Preferred

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Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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Required Skills
Certifications:
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire.

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Required Skills
Licenses: Effective 7/1/2010, State of Tennessee Polysomnography licensure - Required when performing Sleep Studies. Must obtain within 6 months of employment.
New Hires pending State Polysomnography Licensure can only complete EEG Tech functions.