Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered

Confidential; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a part-time Sleep Technician to perform polysomnography, MSLT, HST, and related studies, and to provide data to physicians for diagnostic use. The role supports patient education and adheres to safety standards.

You will monitor equipment, assist with troubleshooting, and participate in training of students as needed within a clinical sleep lab environment.

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.
• Knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, and ability to use computers for patient documentation.
• If RRT, must obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty credential within 2 years or be enrolled in qualifying program.
• North Dakota license required if working there; maintain CEUs yearly.
• BLS certification required within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality PSG, titration, MSLT, HST, and MWT procedures.
• Record and provide accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use.
• Educate patients on prescribed therapies and follow up when applicable.
• Troubleshoot equipment and monitor studies per guidelines.
• Oversee students and staff during training when necessary.

Skills

PSG testing

Patient education

Data documentation

Medical terminology

Education

Accredited program in electroneurodiagnostic technology

Respiratory Therapy credentials

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Marsh Ctr Eau Claire

Location: Eau Claire, WI

Address: 2116 Craig Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 12.00

Salary Range: 28.50 - 38.50

Job Summary

Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), home sleep testing (HST), and maintenance of wakefulness test (MWT) will be performed. Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders. Educates patients with prescribed therapies. May also follow-up with patients when applicable. May provide education to patients for sleep testing when necessary. Calls in for technical troubleshooting as necessary. Responsible for performing sleep study procedures and may perform neurodiagnostic testing for applicable patient populations. May perform other scoring of respiratory related tests.Understands the testing equipment in detail, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient, and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures. Ability to apply principles of anatomy and physiology, normal and abnormal, related to procedure performed.Monitors and documents appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation. Possesses a thorough knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.Ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations. Performs other department specific duties as required. Dependent on facility and department needs, participate in various types of scoring or tabulation of studies. Oversees students and/or staff are providing patient care, treatment, and/or services as part of their training when necessary.

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 startingin role or must be enrolled in one of the following:

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. 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.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

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

An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.