Polysomnographic Technologist, Non- Registered

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Salary Increases

Shift Differentials

Family atmosphere with friendly staff

Flexible shift options

Opportunities for advancement

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls is seeking a compassionate Polysomnographic Technologist to join our sleep lab team. You will perform sleep studies or neurological testing for both pediatric and adult patients, adhering to AASM standards and maintaining accurate documentation.

The role requires knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, and proficiency with polysomnography equipment. A supportive, growth-oriented environment with competitive compensation and shift differentials awaits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or related medical specialty preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.
• Knowledge of sleep disorders and electrical safety; ability to use computers for patient documentation and data gathering.
• If RRT, must obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty credential within 2 years or be enrolled in approved program.

Responsibilities

• Perform Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understand testing equipment, indications, physiological effects, and maintenance/troubleshooting.
• Monitor and document in medical records per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of AASM standards and accreditation.
• Possess knowledge of diseases and conditions encountered in sleep medicine.
• Educate patients on prescribed therapies and sleep testing; follow up as needed.
• Work with all age groups including developmental needs of unique populations.

Skills

Sleep disorder knowledge

Electrical safety

Computer literacy

RRT/RPSGT credential path

Education

Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program

Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $24.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Join an AASM accredited sleep lab with a full complement of diagnostic testing options. The sleep lab services both pediatric and adult populations. The sleep lab is open Sunday-Thursday and closed on Holidays.

Summary

Job Description Summary Polysomnographic Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States! We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Polysomnographic Technologist to join our talent team in this highly impactful role.

Job Description

What you will do

• Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understanding the testing equipment, including it's structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
• Monitor and document appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
• Educating patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and following up as needed.
• Acquire the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.

You Belong at Sanford

• Referral Bonuses
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary Increases
• Shift Differentials
• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or other medical specialty preferred.Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting role or must be enrolled in one of the following:

1. 1. Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules. Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment. OR
2. 2. Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.

Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT.

Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.