Sleep Tech Trainee - Sleep Medicine

loganhealth; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health is seeking a sleep technologist to provide independent evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. The role includes performing HSAT and PSG, documenting patient histories, and educating patients per department protocols.

Qualifications include RPSGT or RRT-SDS credentialing and an associate degree preferred; CPR is required within six months. Strong teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Current credentialing in sleep technology (RPSGT / or RRT-SDS) required.
• Associate degree in science or medicine preferred.
• HealthCare CPR preferred and must be obtained within six months of hire.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines for adult and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides independent comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and patient education.
• Gathers and documents patient records and medical history according to protocol.
• Performs HSAT and PSG per department procedures.
• Maintains equipment care, maintenance and inventory.
• Complies with laws, guidelines and Logan Health policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in science or medicine

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position provides independent comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.

Our Mission

Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision

Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values

• Be Kind
• Trust and Be Trusted
• Work Together
• Strive for Excellence

Qualifications:

• Current credentialing in sleep technology (RPSGT / or RRT-SDS) required.
• Associate degree in science or medicine preferred.
• HealthCare CPR preferred and must be successfully obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Possess ability to interpret, adapt and apply required guidelines and protocols for adult and pediatric patients required.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Provides independent comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care, and direct patient education.
• Gathers, analyzes, and verifies patient's records, medical history, and orders. Accurately documents according to department protocol.
• Incorporates population specific needs into all aspects of communication, patient care and education.
• Accurately performs Home Sleep Apnea Test (HSAT) and Polysomnography (PSG) according to department procedure and protocols.
• Performs routine equipment care, maintenance, and inventory evaluations accurately, effectively, and efficiently.
• Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, industry standards and Logan Health policies and procedures, regarding standard of care, safety, and infection control.
• Exhibits strong clinical skills, judgment, and problem-solving within the scope of practice.
• Performs a variety of administrative tasks per department procedure and protocol.
• Mentors and coaches staff technologists on protocol and policy.
• Tracks all patients as a requirement of the AASM QA program.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues per department protocol.
• Scores sleep studies per department procedure.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift

Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability).

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment.

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.