Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental/Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Shift differentials

Wellbeing program

Discounts (PerkSpot)

Job summary

Kootenai Health is seeking a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist for the Kootenai Clinic - Sleep Lab. The role involves in-lab and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and direct patient education.

Requirements include board/regulatory sleep technologist registration and Idaho licensure; BLS is also required. The facility offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay with shift differentials.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic testing for sleep disorders including baseline diagnostic polysomnograms (PSG), positive airway pressure titrations (CPAP, Bi-level PAP, AVAPs, ASV), multiple sleep latency (MSLT), titration of oral devices for OSA, and supplemental oxygen titration
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

Job description

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

• Facility Kootenai Clinic
• Department Kootenai Clinic - Sleep Lab
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Variable

Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the facility medical director, provides quality and comprehensive diagnostic services in Sleep Medicine. Includes evaluating sleep disorders through both in lab and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive care, and direct patient education.

Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostic testing for sleep disorders including baseline diagnostic polysomnograms (PSG), positive airway pressure titrations (CPAP, Bi-level PAP, AVAPs, ASV), multiple sleep latency (MSLT), titration of oral devices for OSA, and supplemental oxygen titration
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care (ABSM) as a Sleep Disorder Specialist (RRT-SDS) or Registration by the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) as a Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or Registered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) as a RPSGT required
• State of Idaho licensure as a Polysomnographic Technologist or Respiratory Therapist required
• Completion of 10 CEC continuing education credits annually
• BLS required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to assist in patient transfer
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to lift/move up to 35 lbs
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, etc.

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer-paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre-tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award-winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discountsproviding access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• Employee referral bonus program

What makes a successful employee at Kootenai Health?