Polysomnographic Scoring Technologist, Sleep Lab, Per Diem, Day
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY: The Polysomnographic Scoring Technologist, working under the general supervision of the Clinical Director (MD) or designee, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Primarily a scoring position, it also includes polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. The technologist performs duties as defined for a technologist and provides effective on-call support for the night shift to resolve clinical issues by demonstrating an advanced understanding of scientific knowledge and theory related to sleep disorders (takes call an average of every third week). Provides night shift coverage when needed.
Requirements
- Associate of Science or Associate of Arts degree preferred.
- Formal coursework in polysomnography is desirable as is the CRT or RRT credential.
- Minimum of one year as a Polysomnographic Technologist that includes scoring sleep studies.
- Current CPR (BCLS) Certification.
- Strong ability to use analytical and critical thinking skills to score sleep studies and to effectively problem-solve.
- Effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills.
- Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environment related to changing physician and patient needs.
- Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system, and with patients, family members, co-workers, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Patient Care Services staff members, etc.).
- Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
- Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a registered polysomnographic technician (RPSGT).
- Licensed NJ Sleep Technologist or Licensed NJ Respiratory Therapist.
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
