Polysomnographic Technician

Lifepoint Health • Marquette, MI

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About The Position

UP Health System - Marquette PSG Technician, Neurophysiology, FTE Shift (0.9)Varied Shift This is a USW Union Position Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy! Where We Are: In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem. Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much more… Position Summary: Provides diagnostic polysomnographic testing and treatment according to established standards and practices and maintains equipment and supplies for the Sleep Laboratory.

Requirements

• Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Nice To Haves

• RPSGT-BRPT Certification Preferred
• 1 year in patient care setting (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides non-invasive treatment in conjunction with PSG as ordered by Physician.
• Performs standard and complex PSG recordings and scoring as ordered by Physician.
• Arranges for treatment through other local homecare suppliers.
• Abstracts relevant information from the patient’s clinical record and obtains additional information from the patient or caregiver if necessary.
• Follows patients after testing to determine if appropriate understanding of testing results and to answer questions regarding treatment as needed.
• Sets up home sleep testing equipment and provides training for patients.
• Maintains equipment and supplies for the Sleep Laboratory.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees