Polysomnographic Technologist

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4.25 - Evenings

$8.00 - Nights

$4.75 - Weekends

Job summary

Rutland Regional Medical Center is seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist to set up and operate polysomnographic equipment for diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. The role includes scoring data and preparing reports, while maintaining safety measures as needed.

Required background includes a high school diploma or equivalent, with an Associate's degree preferred. CPSGT and BRPT/AASM A-Step training are expected, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree in the Health Sciences preferred.
• 2 years prior experience employed as a Polysomnographic Technologist.
• Experience at an AASM accredited Sleep Center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate polysomnographic equipment for diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Score polysomnographic data and prepare reports.
• Institute and maintain life-saving measures as required.

Skills

Polysomnography equipment

Infection control

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Associates Degree in Health Sciences

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Polysomnographic Technologist

Under general supervision of the Director or Medical Director, the Polysomnographic Technologist is responsible for setting up and operating Polysomnographic equipment to be utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep related disorders. In addition, the technologist must have a thorough understanding of all monitored parameters which are utilized in the computer scoring and preparation of Polysomnographic reports. Ability to institute and maintain life saving measures is required.

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree in the Health Sciences preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 2 years prior experience employed as a Polysomnographic Technologist.
• Experience at an AASM accredited Sleep Center preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• CPSGT- Certified Polysomnographic Technologist to take registry exam within 3 years, before the certification expires*
• Completion of all 14 Modules of Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT)/ AASM A-Step Program to be able to take the Registry for Polysomnography.
• Maintains continuing education units as required by PSGT Certification.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.

*RRT-SDS credentials maybe be substituted for CPSGT Certification

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of all Polysomnography equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control.
• Demonstrated safe, knowledgeable practice skills at all times based on theory and consistent with Policies and Procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Pay Range: $29.23 - $42.58

COMPETITIVE DIFFERENTIALS RATES

• $4.25 - Evenings
• $8.00 - Nights
• $4.75 - Weekends