Associate Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Lab

Providence • Spokane, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The non-registered Sleep Disorder Technologist is an entry-level position responsible for helping to maintain or restore maximum functioning of the patient's cardiopulmonary system in accordance with physician orders and/or departmental protocols. Required to exercise initiative in developing ideas or in responding to or adjusting problem situations. Typically reports to the supervisor who evaluates ideas. Work processes and assignments for patients of all ages frequently require the incumbent to interpret and apply operating procedures, technical standards, and/or protocols to problems of varying degrees of complexity. This position provides quality diagnostic sleep services to patients of all ages, adjusting approach to meet the age specific needs of assigned patients. Responsible for calibration and quality control of diagnostic sleep equipment. Assures that reports are accurate and ready for interpreting physician in a timely manner. Scores polysomnographic recordings accurately and records pertinent technical notes to aid reading physicians in diagnosis of sleep disorders. Participates in performance improvement activities as requested in an effort to continually improve the quality of services offered. Reports to the Supervisor Sleep Disorders. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Lukes Rehabilitation Inst and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent education/experience
• Coursework/Training: Enrollment in ASTEP Program
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of recent experience in the field of Sleep Study Technology
• 1 year of healthcare related experience

Responsibilities

• Helping to maintain or restore maximum functioning of the patient's cardiopulmonary system in accordance with physician orders and/or departmental protocols.
• Exercising initiative in developing ideas or in responding to or adjusting problem situations.
• Interpreting and applying operating procedures, technical standards, and/or protocols to problems of varying degrees of complexity.
• Providing quality diagnostic sleep services to patients of all ages, adjusting approach to meet the age specific needs of assigned patients.
• Calibration and quality control of diagnostic sleep equipment.
• Assuring that reports are accurate and ready for interpreting physician in a timely manner.
• Scoring polysomnographic recordings accurately and recording pertinent technical notes to aid reading physicians in diagnosis of sleep disorders.
• Participating in performance improvement activities as requested in an effort to continually improve the quality of services offered.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree