Sleep Technologist - Evening + Night shift

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Career Pathways

Various Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Skokie, IL seeks a Sleep (Polysomnography) Technologist I to perform polysomnograms, CPAP titration, and MSLTs. The role requires 0–1 year experience in a teaching hospital setting, with education of High School Diploma and ASTEP certification.

Travel to other locations is required, with a schedule 8am–8:30pm and 36 hours/week. The successful candidate will annotate recordings, log patient data, educate patients, and participate in ongoing education to stay current with

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• License/Certification: ASTEP completion.
• Experience: 0–1 year as polysomnographic technologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnograms.
• Performs CPAP titration adjusting levels as needed.
• Performs MSLTs (Multiple Sleep Latency Testing).
• Scores studies per AASM guidelines and center protocols.
• Annotates recordings thoroughly; logs patient data and transfers data to network.
• Fills out patient history, tech report, billing and consent forms.
• Educates patients about polysomnography, CPAP titration and MSLT.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASTEP Certification

Accredited Neurophysiology program (desirable)

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

CPAP titration equipment

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Sleep (Polysomnography) Technologist I

• Location: Skokie, IL

• Full time/Part time: Full Time, 36 hours/week (Thursday/Friday/Saturday)

• Hours: 8am - 8:30pm

• Required Travel: Yes (floating to other locations)

What you will do:

• Performs polysomnograms.

• Following departments guidelines performs CPAP titration adjusting levels appropriately .

• Performs MSLTs (Multiple Sleep Latency Testing).

• Scores at least one study during the night shift by applying AASM guidelines and Sleep center protocols

• Annotates recordings thoroughly. Marks all movements, changes in controls, activation, any unusual events and changes.

• Allocates file number to recording, records patient name in log book and transfers data to network.

• Fills out all necessary forms (patient history, tech report sheet, billing and patient consent forms).

• Troubleshoots equipment problems with assistance from Tech II.

• Educates patients (explains Polysomnography, CPAP titration and MSLT).

• Attends record review sessions with polysomnographers and other technologists.

• Study for RPSGT registration.

• Attends seminars and pursues work related educational programs independently.

• Keeps current with technology updates.

What you will need:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from an Accredited Neurophysiology program is desirable.

• License/Certification: Completion of the American Sleep Technologists Education Program (ASTEP).

• Experience: Zero to one (0-1) year of experience as a polysomnographic technologist in a teaching hospital.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay for eligible employees

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.