Polysomnographic Technologist

15900 St Marys Hospital and Medical Center Inc; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Certified Polysomnographic Sleep Technologist (CPSGT) to perform and coordinate physiologic sleep studies, ensuring accurate monitoring, documentation, and patient care. You will operate with minimal supervision, addressing technical and interpersonal challenges and coordinating with the sleep medicine team.

The role requires CPSGT certification, BLS, and flexibility to work day shifts with potential night coverage.

Qualifications

• Requires CPSGT credential and valid BLS certification.
• Willing to work varying shifts, including night shifts.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Experience in sleep study settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and documents sleep studies and related patient care.
• Monitors equipment and supplies and maintains records.
• Completes charting and documentation.
• Performs overnight polysomnography and HSAT procedures.
• Addresses technical and interpersonal problems and communicates with the care team.
• Aims to obtain 10 CECs related to sleep medicine annually.

Skills

Patient Care

Safety and Outcomes

Clinical Sleep Health

Follow Protocols

Documentation

Written and Verbal Proficiency

Quality Improvement

Team Oriented Work

Independence

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Degree or GED

CPSGT credential

PALS/ACLS/NRP certifications

BLS Certification

Idaho PSGT Permit (if applicable)

Job description

Job Description

The CPSGT is accountable for performing, coordinating, and documenting physiologic studies of sleep and sleep-related disorders. The CPSGT, working with minimal supervision, provides care and education to patients via technology, therapeutic interventions, and coordination of care with other health care professionals.

Posting Specifics

Benefits Eligible: Yes. Shift: Day Shift Monday-Friday. Hours: Full-Time 8AM-4:30PM.

In Grand Junction, you're surrounded by countless outdoor activities (see Colorado National Monument), near access to world-class ski resorts (Aspen and Snowmass), and 3 National parks (Arches, Canyonlands, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison) while being in a community that is home to 30 wineries and tasting rooms. With 300 days of sunshine and four seasons, Grand Junction's a wonderful place to live.

Essential Functions

Monitors and documents on patients undergoing physiologic sleep studies. Monitors and tracks equipment and supplies. Completes record keeping and charting. Ability to address and solve both technical and interpersonal problems. Demonstrated communication skills. Ability to use computerized and mechanical equipment efficiently. Perform overnight Polysomnographic studies, using various modes of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) therapy interventions. Perform Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSAT). Obtain 10 Continuing Education Credits (CEC) related to sleep medicine annually.

Skills

• Patient Care
• Safety and Outcomes
• Clinical Sleep Health
• Follow Protocols
• Documentation
• Written and verbal proficiency
• Quality Improvement
• Team Oriented Work Independently
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Critical Thinking and Troubleshooting

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED
• Current Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) credential
• Specific certifications or skills as required by facility or patient population (i.e. PALS, ACLS, NRP)
• BLS Certification or RQI for Healthcare Providers
• Available to work varying shifts, including night shift

Preferred Qualifications

Clinical or patient care experience. Anatomy and medical terminology courses. If working in Idaho, PSGT Permit issued by the Idaho State Board of Medicine.

Physical Requirements: Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc. May have the same physical requirements as those of clinical or patient care jobs, when the leader takes clinical shifts. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

St. Marys Regional Hospital. Work City: Grand Junction. Work State: Colorado. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $26.74 - $41.28.

Benefits

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Employment Policies

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations.

If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment.

I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Company Information

Intermountain Health's PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

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Additional Notes

The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. All positions subject to close without notice.

Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!

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