Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is looking for a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist for their Riverside Sleep Clinic in Minneapolis. This position requires performing polysomnographic testing and operating medical equipment in a multidisciplinary setting. Candidates must possess an associate degree or higher in health sciences and have experience in a healthcare environment. A generous benefits package is included.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Early access to earned wages

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a healthcare environment required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed.
• RPSGT or board registry within 365 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis.
• Operate medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology.
• Evaluate patients' responses to interventions.

Skills

Creative prioritization skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree in health sciences

Bachelor’s degree or higher in health science

Tools

Medical equipment for polysomnography

Information technology for diagnostics

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist(RPT) to be based out of our Riverside Sleep Clinic in Minneapolis, MN! This position is approved for 64 hours every two weeks and is benefit eligible.This position will be working 12-hour, night shifts. This is a multidisciplinary clinic covering all aspects of sleep; Obstructive Sleep Apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and more.

Perform comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis and valuate overnight polysomnograms. Operates medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Applies recording devices, cleans/sterilizes equipment, and monitors polysomnogram. Evaluates care and patients' response to intervention.

• Collects, analyzes, and integrates patient information to identify and meet the patient’s specific needs (Physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history), and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory.

• Performs routine and complex equipment care and maintenance.

• Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and adjust if necessary.

• Explain pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures to the patient

• Evaluates sleep study related equipment and inventory.

• Performs Polysomnographic Record Scoring.

• Performs advanced Polysomnography procedures.

• Working knowledge of information technology required to support diagnostic and clinical documentation.

• Strong computer skills required.

Requirements

• Associate degree in health sciences field or actively enrolled in Polysomnography training program with completion date within 12 months of hire date
• 1 year experience working in a healthcare environment
• Basic Life Support(BLS) from American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
• RPSGT or successfully complete board registry within 365 days of hire

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a health science, with emphasis on Polysomnography.
• 2 or more years of direct patient care experience in a Sleep Center
• RPSGT + CRT or RRT or REEGT

Other Skills We Desire at Fairview:

High standard of creative prioritization skills and priority setting. Shown focus on customer service/patient service with every interaction. Excellent public relations and interpersonal/communication skills. Work as an effective team member to deliver outstanding care. Ability to use appropriate computer applications. Capable of working independently, demonstrate critical thinking skills, and is dedicated to the Fairview Values. Ability to accept change and empower those around you to engage in ongoing process improvement.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www..fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status