Sleep Technologist - Evening + Night shift

Endeavor Health; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 64,111,000 - 106,851,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career pathways and professionalgrowth

Medical, Dental, 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

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Skokie, IL is seeking a Sleep (Polysomnography) Technologist I to perform polysomnograms and CPAP titration under AASM guidelines, with emphasis on accurate data collection and patient care.

This full-time role (36 hours/week, Thu/Fri/Sat) offers premium pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for MSLT testing and professional development. Minimum education includes a high school diploma; ASTEP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; accredited Neurophysiology program desirable.
• ASTEP certification or completion of ASTEP education program preferred.
• 0–1 year experience as polysomnographic technologist in teaching hospital.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnograms and CPAP titration per guidelines.
• Performs MSLTs and scores studies according to AASM and center protocols.
• Annotates recordings thoroughly and maintains logs and data transfers.
• Educates patients on Polysomnography and sleep testing procedures.
• Participates in record reviews and ongoing education.

Skills

Polysomnography

CPAP titration

MSLT

AASM guidelines

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited Neurophysiology program desirable

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.

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”.
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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.

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