Polysomnographic Technologist PRN

Spectrum Health; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

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Job summary

Corewell Health Sleep Center is a specialized sleep facility in Southfield, MI, offering pediatric and adult sleep studies, including MSLT/MWT and home sleep testing, with a dedicated team of sleep physicians and NP staff. The center performs daytime studies for night-shift workers by physician order and treats infants and children in this outpatient setting.

The Polysomnographic Technologist works under medical direction to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders,

Qualifications

• Formal training in polysomnography or enrollment in a CAAHEP/CoARC polysomnography program
• Enrollment in or completion of A-STEP online self-study modules
• Staff must complete at least 10 hours/year of sleep-related CE credits
• 1 year of relevant experience; 1-3 years preferred
• CR T-Polysomnographic Technologist certification (RPSGT/CPSGT) required or NBRC registry on hire
• NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registry required on hire or equivalent
• BLS certification required on hire (AHA/ARC)

Responsibilities

• Provide polysomnographic evaluation and treatment for sleep disorders under supervision
• Deliver diagnostic and therapeutic sleep services and patient education
• Supervise other sleep staff as needed
• Support daytime sleep studies for night-shift patients per physician orders

Skills

Polysomnography

RPSGT/CPSGT

BLS certification

1 year experience

A-STEP modules

Continuous education

Education

CAAHEP/CoARC polysomnography program

A-STEP online self-study modules completed

Job description

About the Unit

Corewell Health Sleep Center is a 16-bed outpatient facility that can accommodate patients of all ages, including infants and children. Our team of sleep experts includes board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners for adults and children. Six rooms are dedicated to pediatric patients to support children from infancy on, along with their parents and guardians. Three of those rooms have cribs. Day tests are performed at the facility (MSLT and MWT) and we can accommodate patients (night shift workers) for daytime sleep studies according to physician orders. We provide studies of all types of Home Sleep Apnea Testing (with exclusion criteria) and PAP/NAP (compliance diagnostic assessment). We treat patients’ infants and up and are the only sleep center on this side of Michigan that caters to infants.

Scope Of Work

A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the Medical Director and designee (department director/manager/supervisor) to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide supervision of other staff.

Qualifications

• Required Formal training in polysomnography program and/or enrolled 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 OR enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP online Self Study Modules.
• Required non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-Step online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
• Required All technical staff must participate in at minimum 10 hours per year (averaged over three years) of sleep-related continuing education credits.
• 1 year of relevant experience 1-3 years Preferred
• CRT-Polysomnographic Technologist - BRPT Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists RPSGT or CPSGT
• Upon required Or CRT-Respiratory Therapist Registry - NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care Upon Hire required
• Or CRT-REGISTERED_SLEEP_TECHNOLOGIST-ABSM #N/A Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required
• Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Sleep Evaluation Services Southfield - 16310 Twelve Mile Rd - Southfield Department Name Sleep Diagnostic - Royal Oak Hosp

Employment Type / Hours

Part time Shift Night (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 0.04 Hours of Work 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Days Worked Variable Weekend Frequency Variable weekends

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.