Registered Polysomnographic - Sleep Technologist - Springfield Regional Medical Center

easyservice; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Registered Polysomnography Tech to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. The role involves preparing patients, operating polysomnographic equipment, and documenting findings for physician interpretation.

Responsibilities include coordinating scheduling, monitoring test quality, and staying current with neurodiagnostic practices. A high school diploma is required, with preferred certification and prior sleep medicine experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in neurophysiology or sleep disorders medicine is preferred.
• Must have one of the following certifications: RPSGT, RST, or SDS (as applicable by state).
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred and required before patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient and reviews clinical data to determine testing modalities.
• Operates polysomnographic equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings.
• Documents technical reports and reviews studies with physicians.
• Monitors test quality and manages resources per policies.
• Coordinates patient scheduling and assists with office tasks.
• Maintains continuing education in neurodiagnostic field.

Skills

Computer literacy

Sleep equipment

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Sleep guidelines

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Polysomnography Tech - Registered

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Registered Polysomnography Tech (RPSGT or RST) works under the supervision of the Sleep Center leadership team to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This involves polysomnography, diagnostic, and therapeutic services regarding patient care or education .

Essential Job Functions

Prepares the patient, explains the procedure ; reviews clinical data from patient medical record and by patient interview and bases testing modalities on information obtained; operates polysomnographic equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings following established protocols while manually controlling the equipment to obtain the requested pertinent waveforms from the area being studied; deciphers normal from abnormal results to obtain appropriate or additional tests which demonstrate the abnormality .

Documents detailed, accurate technical reports to aid physicians in interpretation of test data; reviews studies with physicians to clarify any discrepancies and does additional testing when necessary.

Administers various neurodiagnostic procedures without direct supervision while utilizing the appropriate protocols ; monitors the quality of tests being conducted while ensuring prudent resource management; follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Maintains a clean work area .

Helps coordinate patient scheduling, receives patient payments, reviews patient charges and assists with general office tasks.

Demonstrates proficiency and remains current in the neurodiagnostic field by maintaining continuing education requirements.

Perform s leep staging and event scoring per American Academy of Sleep Medicine ( AASM) guidelines to decipher normal from abnormal results . May p erform monthly Interscorer Reliability QA and reporting depending upon departmental need .

Troubleshoots all polysomnographic and office equipment .

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support ( preferred upon hire, required before patient care )

Polysomnography State Licensure if applicable based upon state of practice (preferred; required if practicing in Virginia)

and

Must have one of the following (required) :

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists ( required upon hire in South Carolina, in addition, permanent Exemption for Ventilation by Non-RCPs required for all non-RT's &RT's whose license is no longer active in South Carolina) .

Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Certification by the American Board of Sleep Medicine

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RT) in state of practice - Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) credential ( required for RTs ; preferred in South Carolina ).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Work Experience

At least one year of previous experience in neurophysiology or sleep disorders medicine (preferred)

Training

None

Skill s

Clinical Skills :

Proficient with computers, sleep equipment, devices and software

Accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.

Comprehensive knowledge of guidelines pertaining to sleep medicine and testing.

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking and planning

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to separate personal from professional interactions a nd maintain professional/ethical boundaries.

Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.

Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.

Attention to detail

Communication and Collaboration skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• - Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• - Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• - Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• - Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Sleep Lab - Springfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly