Polysomnography Technician Hospital

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc. in Newport News, VA is seeking a Sleep Technologist to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, and patient education.

The role requires knowledge of HIPAA, strong communication with providers and patients, and eligibility for RPSGT certification. CPR/BLS is required on hire, with irregular shifts common.

Qualifications

• Education Program Graduate, Polysomnography (Required).
• Experience 1 year Polysomnography (Preferred).
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient rights protections.
• CPR/BLS Certification required on hire; RPSGT preferred/required.
• Irregular shifts are part of the schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services and education.
• Collect, analyze and integrate patient information for testing procedures.
• Record and monitor data; ensure safety and collaboration with team.

Skills

HIPAA knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Polysomnography program graduate

Job description

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range $27.30 - $37.58/Hourly. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview Provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of Sleep Disorders, to include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, and patient care and education. Must be able to provide care in accordance to AASM gold standards and guidelines for accredited sleep centers.

What you will do

Provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, to include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient care, and education. Collects, analyzes and integrates patient information in order identify and meet patient needs, specifically physical and/or mental limitations, current emotional and physiological status regarding the testing procedure, and pertinent medical and social history. Defines final testing parameters/procedures within the context of the physician’s orders and department policies and protocols. Provides education and positions the patient for the procedure. Records and monitors information from the procedure. Collects, scores and analyzes patient data relevant to the patient diagnosis, in accordance with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Scoring Rules, as amended by Sleep Center protocols. Assists co-workers in patient care to provide a safe working environment. Responds and addresses patient needs.

Qualifications

• Education Program Graduate, Polysomnography (Required)
• Experience 1 year Polysomnography (Preferred)
• Skills and Abilities Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA. Should be able to communicate well with providers, patients and techs using current sleep terminology. Demonstrates ability to work independently Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong proficiency in Computer Applications to perform job functions.
• Licenses and Certifications CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required) Registered Polysomnographic Technician (RPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) Upon Hire(Required)
• Other Requirements Irregular Shifts

Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.