Sleep Disorders Technologist II (1.0 FTE)

Billings Clinic; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Billings Clinic is seeking a Sleep Disorders Technologist II (1.0 FTE) to join our sleep lab team in Billings, Montana. You will set up and monitor sleep disorder tests, score polysomnograms, and communicate diagnostic information to physicians and Outreach accounts, while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

This role requires completing polysomnography training with registry credentials and at least one year in a sleep lab, with an emphasis on patient education and CPAP/BiPAP setup.

Qualifications

• Graduate of A-Step Polysomnography training program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential or graduate of AAS Polysomnography program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential, or graduate of approved licensed practical nursing program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential, required
• Graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care or graduate of an approved school for Registered Nursing, preferred
• One (1) year sleep lab experience

Responsibilities

• Maintains ongoing knowledge on current trends and techniques in sleep disorders.
• Performs all types of sleep studies including MSLT studies.
• Scores and evaluates polysomnograms.
• Sets up and monitors sleep lab testing over a six-to-eight-hour period.
• Inputs test data, generates and distributes reports to referring physicians and facilities.
• Consults with physicians, Outreach accounts, home care companies and patients regarding diagnosis and outcomes.
• Monitors and maintains sleep lab equipment.
• Provides education and in-service for Outreach accounts and groups or individuals interested in sleep disorders.
• Provides patient education for CPAP/BIPAP setup.

Skills

Sleep studies

CPAP/BiPAP setup

Patient education

Data reporting

Education

A-Step Polysomnography training with Registration

AAS Polysomnography with Registration

AMA approved respiratory care or RN program with Registry

Tools

Sleep lab equipment

CPAP/BiPAP devices

Job description

Sleep Disorders Technologist II (1.0 FTE)

You’ll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet® Recognition consecutively since 2006.

And you’ll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!

You can make a difference here.

About Us

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide .

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as aMagnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!

Pre-Employment Requirements

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Sleep Disorders Technologist II (1.0 FTE)

Billings Clinic (BILLINGS CLINIC CLINIC)

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Shift: Day

Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)

Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE: $29.08 - 36.34

Under general supervision sets up and monitors sleep disorder tests. Scores and evaluates polysomnograms. Performs routine maintenance of sleep lab equipment. Acts as primary contact in providing physicians, patients and Outreach accounts with diagnostic information and consultation regarding all aspects of sleep disorders.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains ongoing knowledge on current trends and techniques in the field of sleep disorders.
• Performs all types of sleep studies including MSLT studies.
• Scores and evaluates polysomnograms.
• Performs a variety of standard protocols for sleep disorders testing. Includes setting up and monitoring the patient over a six-to-eight-hour period.
• Inputs test data, generates and distributes reports to referring physicians and facilities. Completes reports necessary for certifications of medical necessity and insurance reimbursement.
• Consults with physicians, Outreach accounts, home care companies and patients regarding diagnosis, treatment and outcome of patients with sleep disorders.
• Monitors and assists in maintaining sleep lab equipment.
• Researches and provides diagnostic information for rare types of sleep disorders.
• Orders daily supplies for sleep lab.
• Provides education and in-service for Outreach accounts and groups or individuals interested in sleep disorders.
• Provides patient education to include CPAP/BIPAP set ups.
• Considers the appropriateness of care based on the population specific needs of the patient.
• Utilizes performance improvement principles to assess and improve quality.
• Identifies needs and sets goals for own growth and development; meets all mandatory system/department requirements.
• Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency safety standards relevant to job performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of A-Step Polysomnography training program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential or graduate of AAS Polysomnography program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential, or graduate of approved licensed practical nursing program and holds Registry Polysomnography credential, required
• Graduate of an AMA approved school for respiratory care or graduate of an approved school for Registered Nursing, preferred

Experience

• One (1) year sleep lab experience

Certifications and Licenses

• RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist)

Billings Clinic is Montana’s largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at www.billingsclinic.com/aboutus

Billings Clinic is committed tobeing an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, andcourageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies andprocesses are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employeesand job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the sametreatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race,color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maritalstatus, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/ordisability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience forprospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations duringthe recruitment process.

Human Resources is located on the corner of North 29th and8th Avenue North. Enter through the main entrance to the building and go to the lower level. Human Resources is located at the bottom of the main entrance staircase to the right.