Polysomnographic Technologist Reg PRN

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is looking for a Sleep Technologist to join their Sleep Diagnostic team. This role requires providing patient-centered care, advancing care plans, and performing various sleep tests. The ideal candidate should have an RPSGT certification or an equivalent alongside strong comprehensive skills in patient care.

The position emphasizes collaboration with physicians and families to ensure the best outcomes for patients suffering from sleep disorders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in scoring polysomnograms or in Respiratory Therapy.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or equivalent is required.
• Experience with tests such as OPSG, MSLT, and CPAP/BIPAP titrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care and outstanding service.
• Advance the patient plan of care for best outcomes.
• Implement conventional ventilation methods and manage respiratory equipment.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Strong communication skills

Expertise in sleep lab services

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state‑of‑the‑art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

As part of our Sleep Diagnostic team, you will partner with physicians/staff to provide patient‑centered care and outstanding service delivered with respect. Your expertise in your profession will allow you to advance the patient plan of care to achieve the best possible outcomes. You’ll be working with the patients and families to provide age and culturally appropriate care. You will provide treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with sleep disorders. You’ll implement conventional ventilation methods, and perform a variety of duties related to setting up, operation, cleaning and storing respiratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient‑centered care and outstanding service with respect.
• Advance patient plan of care to achieve best outcomes.
• Work with patients and families to provide age and culturally appropriate care.
• Provide treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with sleep disorders.
• Implement conventional ventilation methods and perform duties related to setting up, operation, cleaning, and storing respiratory equipment.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent for Sleep Technologist or graduate of an accredited Sleep program, or Associate’s Degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), or Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC. Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of scoring experience with polysomnograms or Respiratory Therapy, sleep experience preferred.
• Experience working in a Sleep Lab performing a variety of tests, including OPSG, MSLT, and CPAP/BIPAP, titrations and dedication to patient care.
• Dedication to patient care; expertise in sleep lab services; strong communication with patients, staff, physicians and visitors.
• Ability to evaluate and provide exceptional care for patients with sleep disorder insufficiencies.
• Preparedness to handle patient preparation for test, administering test, defining preliminary report, scoring the test, and maintaining equipment and supplies.