Pediatric Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Tech - RPSGT

Ascension Health•Indianapolis, IN

37d•Onsite

About The Position

Sleep is essential to one's health. As our Polysomnographic Technologist, you will specialize in providing comprehensive evaluations and treatments for pediatric patients suffering from sleep disorders. Your work can offer patients relief and finally provide them with a full night's sleep!

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
One or more of the following required:
Cert Polysomnographic Tech credentialed from the Board of Registered Polysomnograhic Technologists (BRPT) obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
Reg Polysomnographic Tchnlgst credentialed from the Board of Registered Polysomnograhic Technologists (BRPT) obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
Sleep Technician credentialed from the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

Prefer 2 years of pediatric experience.
Team player
Positive demeanor
RPGST is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies.
Prepare patient and equipment for ordered testing. Interview patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.
Perform and document testing. Monitor patient throughout testing and intervene as necessary to resolve patient needs or equipment issues.
Collect, analyze and integrate patient information to identify and meet patient-specific needs; score, interpret and report results of sleep studies.
Prepare, calibrate, repair and maintain equipment required for testing.
Determine and report needed repairs/replacements.