Polysomnographic Technologist Lead (Nights)

Mediabistro; Orange (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in pediatric health is seeking a Lead Polysomnographic Technologist. This role involves supervising staff, managing patient care, and ensuring quality sleep diagnostics. Candidates should have extensive experience in sleep disorders and a strong desire to work with children.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of direct patient care experience in Sleep Disorders.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise laboratory staff and schedule patient triage based on acuity.
• Perform daily analysis of sleep center processes.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Technical Observation

Education

High School diploma plus completion of Polysomnography workshops

Associate's or bachelor's degree

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Work Shift Night - 10hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary The Lead Polysomnographic Technologist performs the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technologist I / II, as well as, distribute the workload and provide supervision of the laboratory staff for all Sleep Center locations. Will supervise scheduling and triages patients based on acuity and diagnosis. Performs daily analysis of sleep center processes, annual evaluations of all associates working in the sleep program, charge and report reconciliation and other essential duties.

Pay Range Minimum $37.61 Midpoint $49.84 Maximum $62.06

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required : Minimum five (5) years of direct patient care experience in Sleep Disorders.
• Preferred : Six (6) years of pediatric experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Education

• Required : High School graduate plus completion of Polysomnography workshops, courses, seminars and / or comparable experience in EEG / Respiratory and / or Sleep Disorders Laboratory.
• Preferred : Associate's or bachelor's degree. Some college or Allied Health course work with EEG experience.

Specialized Skills

• Required : Proficient in the use and theory of all equipment relating to Sleep Diagnostic Testing. Desire to work with children and their families is essential. Ability to communicate technical and / or clinical observations and accurately score records. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Preferred : Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Licensure

• Required : Basic Life Support (BLS); Registered Polysomnography Technologist - CA.
• Preferred : Registered Respiratory Therapy.

Work Environments - Functional Demand : Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push / pull + / - 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements : Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use / repetitive motion, Pinching / fine motor activities, Push / Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat / kneel / crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements : Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements : Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement :

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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