Registered Polysomnographic Tech (RPSGT)-Per Diem-Weekend Nights

Jupiter Medical Center Physicians Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center in Palm Beach County is seeking a BRPT Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) for weekend night shifts on the Sleep Center team. The role performs artifact-free polysomnography and related diagnostic tests under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with training of CPSGTs, data analysis, QA data collection, and patient follow-up tasks. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential, with commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Certification as a BRPT Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
• Respiratory Therapy license preferred.
• AHA BLS Certification for Health Care Providers.
• Recertification every 5 years by retesting; 10 BRPT CE credits/year may substitute for retesting.

Responsibilities

• Perform artifact-free polysomnography and related diagnostic tests under supervision.
• Assist with orientation and training of new technologists and CPSGTs; may include PSG scoring and QA data collection.
• Conduct data analysis and patient follow-up tasks; ensure patient safety and quality of testing.

Skills

Relationship building

Peer support

Motivation

Emotional intelligence

Integrity

Change management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

BRPT certification

RPSGT certification preferred

AHA BLS for Health Care Providers

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Schedule: Per Diem, Weekend Night Shift

Education

• Associate degree preferred

Experience / Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT).
• License in Respiratory Therapy preferred
• American Heart Association BLS Certification for Health Care Providers.
• Requires recertification every 5 years by retesting. 10 BRPT approved continuing education credits (CECs) per year averaged over 5 years may be used for recertification in place of retesting.

Position Summary

The BRPT Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) will perform artifact-free polysomnography and other related diagnostic tests and data analysis under the general and direct supervision of the Sleep Center Manager. The RPSGT will assist with the orientation and training of new technologists and Certified Polysomnographic Technologists (CPSGT). May include PSG data analysis (scoring PSG), collection and compiling of QA data, and performing patient follow-up tasks. This position requires additional critical thinking skills to allow independent performance and supervision of other technical staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships

Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer Support

Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence

Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy and social skills.

Acting with Integrity

Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.

Being a Champion for Change and Innovation

Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to suggest new or improved processes.

Communicating Effectively

Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner. Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.

Physical Requirements

Attention to detail is critical. The technologist must remain alert and attentive throughout the procedure in order to respond to the patients needs and to perform therapeutic interventions appropriately. Prompt recognition of recording artifacts and clinical events is required to assure patient safety and accurate testing and treatment. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, stand and lift. The technologist must also be able to utilize a computer keyboard and mouse efficiently to perform data analysis and/or polysomnogram (PSG) scoring if designated. Collection of PSG data involves sitting for up to 4 to 5 hours frequently interrupted by patient care. Scoring PSG data involves sitting in front of a computer workstation for 2 to 3 hours per test analyzed. Must be able to move between patient rooms, to ambulate, to position and transfer patients. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, able to push or pull 250 pounds in transporting equipment or patients to an assigned area. Precise hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity is necessary to perform procedures and other direct patient care activities. A physical agility test (PAT) is required for new hires, transfers, and thos