Sleep Tech - FT

Electra Hospital District; Electra (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Electra Memorial Hospital in Electra, TX is seeking a Sleep Lab Technician to administer sleep studies under physician supervision. You will assist in equipment cleaning and maintenance and perform office tasks within the respiratory department.

You will work 40 hours per week on 10-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM, focusing on accurate data recording, patient comfort, and timely reporting of sleep study results.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of polysomnography procedures and equipment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Familiar with operating computers and ability to utilize computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform sleep lab services as prescribed.
• Instruct, prepare, and reassure patients for procedures.
• Transport patients to and from the department safely.
• Record polysomnography data in the patient’s medical record.
• Monitor and document patient sleep patterns and vital signs.
• Maintain equipment and ensure sanitation and storage of supplies.
• Assist in department reporting and filing of records.

Skills

Polysomnography procedures

Equipment maintenance

Patient instruction

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Electra Memorial Hospital - Electra, TX 76360,

Under the supervision of a physician and the Respiratory Director, administers prescribed sleep studies, assists in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment and performs various office related tasks need within the respiratory department.

SCHEDULE

• 40 Hours/Week
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 8:00PM to 6:00AM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform services related to sleep lab.
• Instruct, prepare, and reassure patient of procedure being performed.
• Transport patients to and from department in a safe manner.
• Communicate and treat patients in professional, honest, fair, and respectful manner at all times.
• Provide care appropriate for the patients served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Assess and interpret data on the patients’ status to identify patients’ requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provide care needed as stipulated in departmental policy.
• Continuously monitor and document patient behavior, vital signs, and sleep patterns throughout the study.
• Accurately record polysomnography procedures in the patient’s medical record.
• Accurately record and document the patient’s sleep stages, respiratory events, and other relevant clinical data.
• Assist with the maintenance of statistics and other information for department reporting requirements.
• File patient records.
• Assist in managing the storage, control, and issuance of supplies.
• Communicate with the Respiratory Director to ensure that inventory is adequately stocked with supplies necessary for efficient operation.
• Perform minor and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Perform the sterilization of equipment.
• Report on equipment problems to the Respiratory Director.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.
• Work well with other employees.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
• Follow standard precautions when providing direct patient care or handling potentially infectious materials.

PEOPLE FIRST

Our staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.

CULTURE & SUPPORT

We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.

Qualifications: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE: One year experience in sleep study preferred.

PERSONAL JOB-RELATED SKILLS: Knowledge of polysomnography procedures and equipment. Effective oral and written communication skills. Familiar with operating computers and ability to utilize computer systems.

LICENSURE, REGISTRY, CERTIFICATIONS: CPR

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Duties of the position require periods of sitting, standing, and walking. Some bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 32 pounds or heavier when supporting patients who may suddenly become weak or helpless. The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions or directions.