Polysomnographic Technician / SEIU - Q

Highmark Health • Natrona Heights, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL OVERVIEW: Performs all functions related to polysomnographic exams and multiple sleep latency testing to provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Functions under licensed medical direction.

Requirements

• Current BCLS certification required upon hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
• Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Graduate of polysomnography course or completion of an approved sleep lab training program.
• Basic EEG course.
• RPSGT, CRT, RRT or LPN.
• Sleep study testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs all polysomnograms and MSLTs according to clinical practice guidelines, as well as departmental policy and procedures. May score test results. (70%)
• Maintains proper calibration, quality control and analysis of all polysomnographic equipment. (10%)
• Organizes and prioritizes workload and scheduling of patient testing in an efficient and effective manner. (10%)
• Assists with billing documentation and maintains department records according to departmental policy/procedure. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees