Neurology - Weekend Option Polysomnographic Technologist
About The Position
The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Neurology is seeking a weekend option Polysomnographic Technologist to work overnight, weekend shifts in the facility-based sleep lab. This position will perform overnight sleep studies, including both applying electrodes and sensors to patients in preparation for each study as well as monitoring and assisting patients throughout the night. The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center, with a mission of Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
Requirements
- Completion of one of the following: 24-month END Technology program accredited by CAAHEP with an add-on Polysomnography certificate, Polysomnographic educational program accredited by CAAHEP, 2-year or 4-year Respiratory Care program accredited by CoARC with an add-on Polysomnography certificate, License in another Health Science Field, or Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certification or Eligible for Certification by one of the following: Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), American Board of Sleep Medicine (RST), or National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS). Certification must be completed within 9 months of appointment.
- Licensed by the State of Iowa as a Polysomnographic Technologist or becomes licensed at first opportunity after appointment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions
- General computer skills
Responsibilities
- Providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep and arousal disorders, including diagnostic testing and therapeutic interventions
- Using critical thinking, independent judgment, and advanced knowledge of sleep technology, sleep/wake disorders, and associated co-morbid conditions.
- Coordinating and communicating with an interdisciplinary team.
- Participating in teaching, evaluating, and advising students.
Benefits
- Sign-on incentive of up to $5,000 for selected applicants who have not held a similar role at the University of Iowa within the last 12 months.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
