Registered Polysomnography Tech (RPSGT or RST) - Respiratory Therapy - St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking a Registered Polysomnography Tech to support our Sleep Center leadership in delivering diagnostic and therapeutic sleep services. The role includes performing polysomnography, patient preparation, data collection, and patient education to aid physicians’ interpretations.

We require a high school diploma and one year of relevant neurophysiology or sleep medicine experience, with RPSGT or RST certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience in neurophysiology or sleep medicine preferred.
• Licensure/certification: RPSGT or RST or SDS/RT depending on state.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred, required before patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient, explains procedures, reviews clinical data, and operates PSG equipment to obtain diagnostic recordings.
• Documents detailed technical reports for physician interpretation and reviews studies with physicians for discrepancies.
• Administers neurodiagnostic procedures under established protocols and monitors test quality; maintains clean work area.
• Coordinates patient scheduling, handles payments, and assists with general office tasks.
• Demonstrates ongoing continuing education to stay current in neurodiagnostic field.
• Performs sleep staging and event scoring per AASM guidelines; may conduct QA as needed.
• Troubleshoots polysomnographic and office equipment.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Sleep equipment knowledge

Data entry accuracy

Analytical skills

Communication & collaboration

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Cultural competency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 sleep staging and event scoring per American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidelines to decipher normal from abnormal results. May perform 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)

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

Language

None

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

General office environment.

May be required to car travel to alternative locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

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 and 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

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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.

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