Polysomnographic Technologist - Specialty Sleep Medicine

CHRISTUS Health • Alamogordo, NM

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About The Position

The Polysomnographic Technologist performs polysomnographic recordings and determines testing and treatment parameters and procedures in conjunction with the ordering Physician, Medical Director, and/or SDC protocols. The role performs technical duties related to the evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, with a focus on high-quality results and patient care.

Requirements

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential by BRPT required.
• BLS required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient testing modalities and treatment protocols, consulting with the referring Physician, Medical Director, or Clinical Director as needed to produce optimal polysomnographic procedures.
• Evaluate sleep study-related equipment and inventory.
• Perform routine and complex equipment care, maintenance, and repairs.
• Score sleep/wake stages and clinical events using professionally accepted guidelines and SDC-specific protocols, and generate accurate reports.
• Perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of department members served.
• Adapt assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate each member’s physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs.
• Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED