Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Lab

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a dedicated Polysomnographic Technologist to manage polysomnographic evaluations for sleep disorders. The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality patient care and accurate testing results, collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams. This full-time position offers varied workdays and a schedule of 7pm to 7am.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred in polysomnography.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates sleep study-related equipment and performs maintenance.
• Scores sleep/wake stages to generate accurate reports.
• Adapts assessment and treatment methods to individual patient needs.

Skills

Technical duties related to polysomnography

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary:

The Polysomnographic Technologist is responsible for polysomnographic recording, determining testing and treatment parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering Physician, Medical Director, and/or SDC protocols. Additionally, this role is responsible for all technical duties related to the polysomnographic evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, providing high quality results and patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assesses patient testing modalities and treatment protocols and consults with referring Physician, Medical Director, or Clinical Director as needed to produce optimal polysomnographic procedures.
• Evaluates sleep study related equipment and inventory.
• Performs routine and complex equipment care, maintenance, and repairs.
• Scores sleep/wake stages and clinical events by applying professionally accepted guidelines and SDC-specific protocols, generating accurate reports.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of the members served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each member served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 1 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) by BRPT required
• BLS required

Work Schedule:

7pm - 7am

Workdays will vary

Work Type:

Full Time