Polysomnograph Technician Physician Practice (.9 FTE/Nights)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Polysomnographic Technician of Franciscan performs diagnostic and therapeutic sleep tests. This position reviews patient clinical history and verifies physician orders for testing. This position educates patients and their families regarding procedures, monitors physiological response, and seeks guidance on therapeutic intervention. Polysomnographic Technician participates in data analysis to gain the expertise and skills to optimize performance. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients. With 12 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Calibrate, test, and operate polysomnography instrumentation, to ensure all equipment is working properly throughout the observation process. Perform polysomnographic (PSG) procedures on patients, monitors, and records key health indicators during sleep studies. Analyze procedure data, and prepare reports for physicians used to diagnose the patient's condition and develop a treatment strategy. Perform therapeutic interventions, including playing a role in patient care, comfort, and education. Ensure patients understand their treatment plans and respond to critical events when necessary. Observe and document patient characteristics that aid physicians in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders. Provide post-procedure care and develop discharge plans, identifying the post-discharge needs of the patient and target appropriate resources for follow-up care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree Electroneurodiagnostic Technology
• Professional/Vocational/Trade Training Graduate of PSG Program
• 1 year Polysomnography
• 1 year EEG Technician
• 1 year Respiratory Therapy
• 1 year Sleep Testing Experience
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Registered Electroencephalogram Technologist (R. EEG T) - ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, test, and operate polysomnography instrumentation, to ensure all equipment is working properly throughout the observation process.
• Perform polysomnographic (PSG) procedures on patients, monitors, and records key health indicators during sleep studies.
• Analyze procedure data, and prepare reports for physicians used to diagnose the patient's condition and develop a treatment strategy.
• Perform therapeutic interventions, including playing a role in patient care, comfort, and education.
• Ensure patients understand their treatment plans and respond to critical events when necessary.
• Observe and document patient characteristics that aid physicians in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders.
• Provide post-procedure care and develop discharge plans, identifying the post-discharge needs of the patient and target appropriate resources for follow-up care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees