Polysomnographic Trainee - Sleep Technologist - Springfield Sleep Center

Mercy Health BSMH • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Polysomnography Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated patient care and treatment interventions under the direct supervision of a registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT). The trainee works toward mastering the skills needed to perform quality sleep studies and obtain the RPSGT credential, following an established credentialing pathway. The credential is required within 18 months of hire and within six months of eligibility.

The role supports sleep center procedures and workflows as proficiency is gained, including patient care, scheduling, and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record. The trainee must follow applicable requirements for an outpatient hospital department and accredited sleep center, and promptly report facility, safety, equipment, supply, patient, security, and infection-control concerns. Other job-related duties may be assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work through an established BRPT pathway toward the RPSGT credential.
• Obtain the RPSGT credential within 18 months of hire and within six months of eligibility.
• Be proficient with computers, accurate data entry, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrate analytical skills, strategic thinking and planning, attention to detail, communication and collaboration, critical thinking, teamwork, and conflict resolution.
• Maintain professional and ethical boundaries with clients.
• Ability to learn and implement new procedures, adapt to emerging community needs, and work with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire; required before providing patient care.
• At least six months of customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision and direction of an RPSGT, quality control technologists, and sleep center leadership to develop the skills necessary to perform quality sleep studies and achieve the RPSGT credential.
• Assist with patient-safety and therapeutic interventions, including continuous and bi-level airway pressure and oxygen administration.
• Assist with sleep center protocols and workflows as proficiency is obtained.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, protocols, and standards for an outpatient hospital department and accredited sleep center.
• Assist with scheduling patient visits and procedures, making reminder calls, filling vacancies from the cancellation list, and tracking reschedules, cancellations, and no-shows in the EMR.
• Promptly report facility cleanliness or maintenance problems, safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, supply issues, patient complaints, patient or staff injuries, security concerns, and infection-control issues to management and the appropriate supporting department.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED