Polysomnographer - PRN

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides polysomnographic testing to patients from newborn to 21 years of age consistent with accepted standards. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Requirements

10 years of experience in polysomnography or a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Experience in pediatrics
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment
If less than 10 years of experience, Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), with an active Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license from the State of Georgia
Strong organizational capabilities and communication skills
Enthusiasm and willingness to work with other

Responsibilities

Independently performs diagnostic polysomnographic testing and scoring in accordance with accepted national standards to patients from newborn to 21 years of age, integrating emotional, psychosocial, educational, and growth and development needs of the patient and family.
Monitors and appropriately addresses the comprehension, understanding, and compliance of the patient and family with regard to treatment and testing.
Identifies and corrects issues with testing technical quality.
May assist with orientation of new staff and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.