Sleep Technologist Registered - North Knoxville - Night - PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Powell (TN); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sleep Technologist in Powell, Tennessee. You will administer sleep studies under physician direction, perform patient assessments, score records, and document findings to support diagnoses of sleep disorders.

You will maintain equipment, educate patients, and ensure regulatory compliance in a patient-centered environment. Qualifications include 1-3 years in sleep tech, proficiency with sleep study equipment, and eligibility for RPSGT/CPSGT

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sleep technology experience.
• Experience with sleep study equipment.
• Must be able to obtain RPSGT/CPSGT certification.

Responsabilités

• Administer sleep studies under physician direction.
• Perform and document patient assessments.
• Score sleep records and communicate findings to physicians.
• Collect and transmit biological specimens.
• Document test results and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and calibrate sleep study equipment.
• Educate patients about sleep studies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Sleep study scoring

Patient care

Detail oriented

Communication

Team collaboration

Equipment maintenance

Outils

Sleep study equipment

Description du poste

Job Summary

The Sleep Technologist is responsible for administering sleep studies under the direction of a physician to diagnose the type and extent of sleep disorders. This role involves conducting routine patient assessments, scoring sleep records accurately, documenting results, and collecting and transmitting biological specimens for analysis.

Essential Functions

• Conducts sleep studies in accordance with established protocols and under the direction of a Medical Director, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
• Performs and documents comprehensive patient assessments prior to and during sleep studies, addressing patient needs and monitoring physiological data.
• Scores sleep records accurately, adhering to guidelines and standards, and communicates findings to physicians for diagnostic evaluation.
• Collects and transmits biological specimens for analysis, following proper procedures and maintaining sample integrity.
• Documents test results and patient data thoroughly, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintains and calibrates sleep study equipment, troubleshooting and reporting any malfunctions to ensure effective operation.
• Provides patient education about sleep studies and explains procedures, promoting understanding and comfort.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in sleep technology or a related field required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in scoring sleep studies and interpreting physiological data.
• Strong patient care and assessment skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of sleep study equipment and maintenance procedures.

Licenses and Certifications

• RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist required or
• CPSGT - Certified Polysomnographic Technician required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required