Polysomnography Tech - PRN, Nights

Texas Health Resources; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health Resources is seeking a Sleep Lab Technologist to join our Plano, TX sleep lab. This PRN position requires evening hours (6:00pm–6:00am) with weekend availability and a focus on patient safety and data accuracy.

You will perform patient setup, explain procedures, and monitor sleep studies using polysomnography equipment in a hospital setting. A polygraphist certification and BCLS are required prior to independent care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a polysomnography program of at least one year or equivalent experience is preferred.
• RPSGT certification and BCLS are required prior to independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients undergoing sleep testing and operate monitoring equipment.
• Review patient history, allergies, medications, and questionnaires.
• Explain sleep study procedures before, during and after testing.
• Set up patients by attaching electrodes and monitoring equipment.
• Follow protocols for various sleep studies and monitor data quality.

Skills

RPSGT certification

BCLS certification

Sleep lab experience

Polysomnography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Polysomnography program (1+ year) or equivalent

Job description

Sleep Lab Technologist

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

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Sleep Lab Technologist

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location:

Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery, 6020 West Parker Road, Plano, Texas, 75093

Work hours:

PRN – As Needed 6:00pm – 6:00am, Weekend availability is required.

Position Highlights

• Flexible schedule
• Excellent work/life balance and no holidays
• Active Unit Practice Council (UBC) to be sure employee’s needs are met
• Close-knit team with engaged Medical Director

Here’s What You Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of an acceptable polysomnography program of no less than one years duration associated with a state licensed and/or nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency at all competencies required of a Polysomnographic Technologist preferred
• One year in a Sleep Lab/Center preferably within a hospital setting preferred
• RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographic Technician upon hire required and
• BCLS – Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly upon hire required Basic

What You Will Do

• Be responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing testing and/or treatment and the use of equipment to minimize any hazards.
• Review patient's medical history, allergies, current medications, patient questionnaire.
• Explain procedures to patient before, during and after sleep study, to include pre-testing, testing and post-testing procedures.
• Perform patient set-up: attaches electrodes and monitors to patient according to accepted standards.
• Follow procedural protocols [such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration, etc.] to ensure collection of appropriate data. Monitor patient via video for any unusual sleep behaviors.
• Ensure signals are received on the computer and all monitors are recording data throughout the sleep study.
• Perform polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free, making adjustments as necessary.

Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery

is an 18-bed physician-owned hospital serving the people of Collin, Dallas, and Denton counties. The hospital is an award-winning facility that offers a wide range of services including robotic surgery, spine surgery, joint replacement surgery, orthopedic surgery, gynecological surgery, urological surgery, ENT surgery as well as spinal injections, outpatient GI procedures and advanced imaging studies. Designed with a boutique hotel in mind, patients enjoy a more comfortable setting than what is typically offered in a large, full-service traditional hospital. From up-close parking to room service meals prepared by a culinary trained chef, our entire hospital staff provides compassionate care that is focused on you and your family. Accredited by The Joint Commission and focused on your care and comfort, Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery strives to engage you in all aspects of care and support a culture of caring and healing.

As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch, and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here.

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health Polysomnography Technologist

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!