Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered

sanford; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a qualified professional to perform diagnostic polysomnography, titration, MSLT, and MWT, providing accurate data to physicians for sleep/wake disorder diagnoses. You will educate patients on prescribed therapies and assist with necessary troubleshooting and testing across diverse patient populations.

The role requires knowledge of AASM standards, licensure/registry maintenance, and potential supervision of students or staff in training, with responsibilities extending

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Technology 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 and data gathering.

Responsibilities

• Perform Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Educate patients on prescribed therapies and follow-up as needed.
• Document data in the medical record per facility guidelines.
• Oversee students or staff providing patient care as part of training when necessary.

Skills

Sleep disorders knowledge

Electrical safety

Computers for patient data

Education

Accredited program in ENDT or Respiratory Tech

Job description

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.

Work Shift

12 Hours - Evening Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Compensation

Salary Range: 28.50 - 38.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

Can start as a Polysomnography, Trainee if not Registered

Summary

Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), 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.

Job Description

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 either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations. 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 Technology 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 in 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.

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

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