Polysomnographic Technologist - Torrey Pines (La Jolla)

Scripps Health•San Diego, CA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is based at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in La Jolla and works 72 hours per pay period on 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights. The technologist works collaboratively with the Medical Director and management team to evaluate and support treatment of sleep disorders. Scripps Health describes its workplace as supportive of employee development, with transitional and professional development programs. The Torrey Pines Sleep Lab offers a collaborative environment with teammates and physicians, educational opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a growing clinic.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One of the following credential and licensure pathways: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and a California license as a Polysomnographic Technologist (CA-BRPT); or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and a current California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association-recognized provider.
For the respiratory therapist pathway, obtain the Sleep Disorders Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in sleep disorders.
Respiratory therapy experience.
Familiarity with CPAP equipment and therapy.

Responsibilities

Gather and verify patient information.
Prepare patients for testing and monitoring procedures.
Document routine observations.
Perform data acquisition and scoring.
Assist with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
Collaborate with the Medical Director and management team to evaluate and support treatment of sleep disorders.