Polysomnography Technologist

Summa Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Education Assistance

Retirement Savings Plan

AD&D

Life Insurance

Job summary

Summa Health in Akron, OH seeks a dedicated Polysomnography Technologist to perform high quality sleep studies as prescribed by physicians. The role requires certification within one year (RST/RPSGT/SDS) and a program of study in sleep technology, with day shift scoring experience preferred.

The position is full-time, nights, at Akron location, offering competitive pay and benefits as part of Summa Health’s commitment to patient care and servant leadership.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a sleep technology program or equivalent experience and proficiency for all competencies required of a RPSGT/RST.
• Certification within one year by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential.
• Scoring experience preferred (day shift).

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality polysomnography studies as prescribed by physicians according to established policy and procedures as well as evidence based medicine or board recommended best practice.

Skills

BCLS

ACLS preferred

Respiratory/Neurology background

Population Specific Competency

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Knowledge

Job description

Polysomnography Technologist (Job ID: 60774)

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary: Performs high quality polysomnography studies as prescribed by physicians according to established policy and procedures as well as evidence based medicine or board recommended best practice.

Formal Education Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Knowledge

Experience & Training Required

• Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a RPSGT/RST.
• Certification within one year of hire by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential.
• Scoring experience preferred (day shift)

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications

• RPSGT by the BRPT (Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists) and/or RST by the ABSM (American Board of Sleep Medicine)
• BCLS
• ACLS preferred
• Respiratory/Neurology background credentials preferred.
• Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.

Level of Physical Demands

• Walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time. Lift up to 10-20lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Salary

$28.87/hr - $34.64/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Benefits

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Daily Pay

Employment Type

Regular Employee

Work Hours

Full-Time / 32 Hours / Nights

Location

Akron, OH (701 White Pond Dr, Summit, Akron, OH 44320, US)

Rotation Locations

White Pond, Green, Medina, Barberton

Hire On Incentive

$10,000