Polysomnography Technician II — Sleep Center Specialist

Baptist; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Sleep Center in Columbus, MS is seeking a skilled polysomnographic technician to perform basic sleep testing under the supervision of the clinical director. You will verify patient information, enter admission data into the HBO system, and may supervise staff.

Overtime and callbacks may be required. Qualification includes BRPT eligibility/credentials, an associate degree with polysomnography focus or a 1-year polysomnography program, and ACLS/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist or BRPT-eligible in Sleep.
• Requires an associate degree with polysomnography emphasis or a 1-year polysomnography program.
• Certification as BRPT RPSGT or equivalent is required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes and integrates patient information to identify and meet patient-specific needs and determine testing parameters with the ordering physician or lab protocols.
• Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Follows procedural protocols and demonstrates the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
• Completes assigned goals and reports to the Sleep Center Director; may supervise other staff.

Skills

ACLS/BLS

Basic computer literacy

Education

Associate degree in polysomnography

Polysomnography certificate program (1 year)

BRPT RPSGT certification or eligible

Job description

Baptist Sleep Center in Columbus, MS is seeking a skilled polysomnographic technician to perform basic sleep testing under the supervision of the clinical director. You will verify patient information, enter admission data into the HBO system, and may supervise staff.

Overtime and callbacks may be required. Qualification includes BRPT eligibility/credentials, an associate degree with polysomnography focus or a 1-year polysomnography program, and ACLS/BLS certification.