Registered Polysomnographic Tech - Pulmonary Medicine

INTEGRIS Health; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

INTEGRIS Health Enid Hospital in Enid, OK is seeking a night shift, full-time Registered Polysomnographic Technologist to join our sleep lab team.

Responsibilities include performing sleep studies, monitoring patients, calibrating equipment, and supporting physicians in data collection and interpretation. Qualified candidates will have relevant licensure and English communication skills; 2 years of college preferred. This role may require overtime or on-call duty.

Qualifications

• NBRC certification requirements or equivalent sleep tech credentials.
• BLS (American Red Cross or American Heart Association) on hire.
• Must communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• 2 years of college education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of sleep studies to diagnose sleep disorders as directed by a physician.
• Monitor patients and collect data for interpretation by sleep physicians.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot polysomnography equipment.
• Maintain safety policies and ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

English communication

Sleep study basics

Education

2 years of college education

Tools

Polysomnographic equipment

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Registered Polysomnographic Tech at INTEGRIS Health Enid Hospital in Enid, OK.

Get to Know Your Team

• INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, is seeking a dedicated caregiver to join us in our mission to partner with people to live healthier lives.
• Benefits of being an INTEGRIS Health caregiver include front-loaded PTO, medical benefits through the extensive INTEGRIS Health network, financial assistance for continued education, 24/7 mental health support and more.
• Take the first step toward growing your career by joining us.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorder Specialist OR NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist-Sleep Disorder Specialist OR BRPT-Reg Polysomnographic Tech (RPSGT)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association upon hire
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• 2 years of college education

Responsibilities

The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist performs routine, intermediate and advanced polysomnographic testing services including patient monitoring, testing and reporting. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.

The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs a variety of sleep studies in order to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders, as directed by a physician
• Collects and transmits biological specimens for analyses
• Performs and records routine patient assessment
• Calibrates and adjusts equipment, including troubleshooting minor problems
• Abides by written policies and procedures regarding treatment of the patient and are required to attain patient satisfaction
• Assists the director or lead technician in scoring the acquired data and preparing the data for interpretation by the board-certified sleep physicians
• The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist reports to the department manager/director.
• This position requires sedentary type work with prolonged periods of seating during data acquisition.
• The work involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling.
• The ability to reach with hand and finger dexterity is required for patient preparation.
• Carrying of equipment greater than 10lbs is frequent.
• The ability to lift and push is required for patient care and transporting of patients which may weight in excess of 300 pounds.
• May utilize computer keyboard up to 2 hours per day.
• Must be able to see in order to read, write and perform job duties.
• Must be able to communicate with others in person and by telephone.
• This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements.
• Hazardous chemicals may be used during patient preparation and cleaning of equipment.
• Must follow universal safety precautions.
• May be required to work overtime, late shifts, weekends and be on call.

INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.