Polysomnographer Full Time Nights Neurology Sleep Lab
About The Position
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Responsible for all aspects of care as outlined in the Sleep Disorder Center policy/procedure manual. Clinical practice activities include but are not limited to the performance of diagnostic polysomnographic testing and assessment based therapeutic interventions. The analysis and scoring of polysomnographic records is an expectation when registered and competency is signed off by the Lead Polysomnographer and Medical Dir. At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Up to 1 Year of Experience
- Credentialed or certified with one or more of the following obtained within six months of hire date: American Academy of Sleep Medicine -Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
- BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree or Graduate of a Technical School
- Bachelors Degree
- 1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience
Responsibilities
- Performs polysomnography procedures according to physician orders, department policy/procedure, and patient care plan.
- Demonstrates ability to adapt EEG, ECG, EMG, Legs, Snore Mic and Thermistor equipment to patient and obtain quality data.
- Explains modification of teaching strategies to accommodate decreased vision, hearing or mental status to our geriatric patients.
- Explains considerations necessary for the care of our bariatric patient, and COPD patient suspected of chronic hybercarbia.
- Maintains organized workflow and notifies Lead Polysomnographer if equipment/staffing concerns develop.
Benefits
- Vision, Medical & Dental Benefits from Day One
- Student Loan Repayment Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
