Polysomnography Technologist

UnityPoint Health • Fort Dodge, IA

75d

About The Position

A registered polysomnographic technologist works under the general supervision of the department manager/lead tech to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. The registered polysomnographic technologist is credentialed in sleep technology by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT).

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in college level science field of polysomnography, electroneurodiagnostics or completion of degree and licensure in health care.
• Six months experience in Sleep Disorders Center preferred.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technician or registry eligible.
• Board certified by the Board of Registration of Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) must be obtained within first year of employment.
• Must become Iowa Licensed in Polysomnographic Technology under the regulations set forth in Iowa House File 203.
• BLS required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Adaptability to change in a positive manner and creative thinking.
• Possesses integrity, initiative, and flexibility.
• Completion of Hospital and departmental orientation with related competencies.
• Ability to organize work.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to infant, pediatric, young/middle/mature adult patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnograms according to standards of department.
• Demonstrates competency in the following procedures: Polysomnography, baseline, split-night and PAP titration, MSLT, and MWT.
• Has basic knowledge of disorders including sleep apnea, hypopnea, respiratory effort related arousal, narcolepsy, hypersomnolence, parasomnias, seizures, gastric reflux, insomnia, and documentation of events.
• Administers oxygen and/or nasal CPAP/BiPAP according to department procedure.
• Instructs patient on the proper use and care of the equipment.
• Writes a comprehensive report on findings of the polysomnogram to include treatment levels.
• Maintains, cleans, calibrates, and troubleshoots the equipment.
• Collects and/or reviews medical, historical, and medication information for appropriate study.
• Assumes responsibility for performing neurodiagnostic testing for adolescent and adult patients.
• Evaluates patients’ and significant others’ educational needs and initiates appropriate teaching or referrals.

Benefits

• Eligible for $7500 Sign-on Bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• 401K matching.
• Employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Pet insurance.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree