Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Full-time

Trinity Health; Mason City (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Day 1 benefits

Night differential

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center in Mason City, IA is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician to perform nocturnal PSGs and supervise sleep interns as needed.

The ideal candidate will be ABRPST (or related) certified, current CEUs, and eligible for Iowa licensure, with 2 years PSG experience preferred, and a valid driver’s license. BLS and mandatory reporting training required.

Qualifications

• Must be registered by the American Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists or related board.
• Must have CEUs current.
• Must meet Iowa licensure eligibility.
• Two years PSG experience preferred.
• Driver's license required.
• Proof of BLS training prior to employment or within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnographic data acquisitions and monitors study quality.
• Follows protocols (MSLT, CPAP, oxygen titration) for data collection.
• Cleans electrodes, CPAP mask, room and equipment; prepares for sterilization as needed.
• Reviews orders/medications/medical history and communicates with physician.
• Administers medications and supplemental oxygen as directed.
• Recognizes and responds to medical problems per protocol and notifies on-call staff.

Skills

Polysomnography

Clinical data collection

Patient care

Communication with physician

Education

ABRPST certification

BLS certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Night Shift

Description

* Offering $7,500 Sign-on Bonus. *

Position Purpose

The Polysomnographic Technician performs all types of sleep disorder testing, including set-up and performance of nocturnal polysomnograms (PSGs). Comfortable with training of sleep interns as needed.

What you will Do

• Performs polysomnographic data acquisitions while monitoring study quality to ensure signal are in artifact-free. Identity and report signal abnormalities.
• Follow procedural protocols (such as MSLT, CPAP and oxygen titration, etc.) to ensure collection of appropriate data.
• Properly cleans electrodes, CPAP mask, patient room, control/prep rooms and other sleep equipment and if necessary, prepares them for sterilization techniques. Including cleaning the patient's scalp properly.
• Reviews orders, medications, medical history of pending sleep studies; assesses documentation, determines parameters to be monitored and communicate with ordering physician/Medical Director as necessary.
• Administers medications and supplemental 02 as directed by physician.
• Recognizes and responds to serious medical problems per protocol and notifies on-call physician as needed.

Hours/Schedule

• Full Time; (36) hours/week.
• Shift: Nights

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be registered by the American Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists or Board Registered in a related field with the ability to apply and pass for a certificate in Sleep medicine, such as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Registered Electro Neurodiagnostic Technologist.
• Must be current in CEU’s.
• Must meet criteria to apply and receive Iowa Licensure required by Iowa Department of Public Health. (see #1 of education)
• Two years of PSG experience preferred in a sleep disorder setting.
• Must be capable of dealing with severally ill patients.
• Driver's license required, with acceptable driving record.
• Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.
• Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Education Assistance offered
• Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater
• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials
• Generous paid time off program
• Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Motor Vehicle

__x___ Personal Vehicle

• If required to operate personal vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license and adequate insurance coverage on file with Human Resources

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.