Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Lab - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ruidoso, New Mexico, is seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist to manage sleep studies and patient care. The ideal candidate has experience with polysomnographic evaluations and certifications like RPSGT and BLS. This is a PRN position requiring adaptability to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Experience with polysomnographic evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Ability to adapt assessment methods to meet diverse patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform polysomnographic recording and treatment procedures.
• Assess and consult on testing modalities and treatment protocols.
• Evaluate and maintain sleep study related equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Technical proficiency

Equipment maintenance

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.

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

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed