Polysomnographic Technologist

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a CPSGT Sleep Technologist to perform and document physiologic sleep studies, coordinate care, and monitor equipment in Grand Junction, CO. The role emphasizes patient care, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The position requires CPSGT credential with BRPT/RPSGT within 18 months, BLS/CPR, and flexibility for day shifts. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies this full-time opportunity at St. Marys Regional Hospital.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school degree or GED.
• CPSGT credential required for the role.
• BRPT RPSGT credential to be obtained within 18 months of hire/transfer.
• BLS or RQI certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document sleep study patients and data.
• Monitor equipment and supplies and maintain records.
• Complete charting and record-keeping accurately.
• Address technical and interpersonal problems effectively.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Perform overnight polysomnographic studies and HSATs.
• Maintain credentials and pursue 10 CECs 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

Education

High School Degree or GED

Current CPSGT credential

BRPT Registered Technologist (RPSGT) within 18 months

BLS Certification or RQI for Healthcare Providers

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. The CPSGT credential is required for this role.

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.
• Certified Polysomnographic Technicians must obtain the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within 18 months of initial hire/transfer.

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

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.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

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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