Polysomnographic Technologist PRN (As Needed)

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville is seeking a PRN Polysomnographic Technologist to perform sleep studies including in-center and home testing, PAP titration, and analysis for physician review.

You will score PSGs/HSATs, compile reports, and support education of staff as the sleep center expert. Requires RPSGT/RST or CRT-SDS/RRT-SDS and BLS; strong communication and HIPAA knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Active RPSGT or RST or CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS certification.
• BLS required.
• Strong verbal and written communication; HIPAA knowledge.
• Ability to assess patient needs and coordinate with physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive sleep studies (in-center and home testing).
• Score polysomnograms and HSATs; compile reports for physicians.
• Support education and oversee other sleep center staff as needed.

Skills

Polysomnography

PSG scoring

Patient communication

HIPAA knowledge

Data analysis

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

RPSGT/RST/CRT-SDS/RRT-SDS certification

BLS certification

Job description

About Baptist Health

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Polysomnographic Technologist shall be responsible to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. This individual will perform a wide variety of polysomnographic studies in the Sleep Disorder Center to include, but are not limited to: Routine NPSG's, MSLT's, MWT's,parasomnia studies, seizure studies, RBD studies, HSAT's, PAP and oxygen titration, and advanced PAP therapy, ie. Auto SV,AVAPS, etc., and ensures collection of appropriate data for each. Additionally, the Technologist will analyze data, score polysomnograms (PSGs) and HSAT's, and compile data into reports for physician review. The position is crendentialed in sleep technology and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff if needed. This individual is considered the "expert" in the field of sleep medicine and can help provide education and training to other non-credentialed staff. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

High School graduate or equivalent required.

License / Certification

Active Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS required, BLS required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of polysomnography and electroencephalography (EEG)
• Extensive knowledge of polysomnographic equipment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA standards and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, guest, and hospital personnel.
• The ability to show compassion and sensitivity for patient comfort.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and follow all HIPPA privacy policies.
• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
• Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Prattville Baptist Hospital

Job

Polysomnographic Technologist PRN (As Needed) Polysomnographic Technologist 277 - Sleep Technician

Job Type

PRN-PRN

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

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