Polysomnograph Technologist (.9FTE/Nights)
About The Position
The Polysomnograph Technologist conducts comprehensive sleep studies to assist in the diagnosis and treatment for sleep disorders. This position assesses the clinical history of the patient, reviews the medical orders, and develops a plan for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, according to policy and procedure. The Technologist educates patients about procedures and possible testing interventions. This position also analyzes extensive data, and reports information to the interpreting physician for diagnosis and/or treatment recommendations. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Machine Maintenance Maintains cleanliness of patient room and equipment, and prepares and calibrates equipment needed for testing. Patient Education Educates patients and their families regarding the testing and analysis procedures to be performed on the patient. Polysomnographic Testing and Analysis Conducts comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis of sleep studies used to diagnose sleep disorders. Sleep Analysis Analyses sleep testing data during and after testing to determine intervention needs and produce progress reports. Patient Discharge Concludes testing procedures with patients including providing discharge instructions. Patient Review Reviews patient clinical history, sleep history, and physicians' orders. Community Outreach Attends community outreach programs or events, as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
- RST (ABSM) or RPSGT (BRPT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS)
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree
- 1 year Respiratory Care or related field (such as EEG)
Responsibilities
- Maintains cleanliness of patient room and equipment, and prepares and calibrates equipment needed for testing.
- Educates patients and their families regarding the testing and analysis procedures to be performed on the patient.
- Conducts comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis of sleep studies used to diagnose sleep disorders.
- Analyses sleep testing data during and after testing to determine intervention needs and produce progress reports.
- Concludes testing procedures with patients including providing discharge instructions.
- Reviews patient clinical history, sleep history, and physicians' orders.
- Attends community outreach programs or events, as required.
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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
