Registered Sleep Technologist

Intermountain Health•St. George, UT

1d•$29 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Sleep Technologist performs, coordinates, and scores physiologic studies of sleep and sleep-related disorders. The role provides patient care through technology and therapeutic interventions, and coordinates care with other health care professionals. The position is based in the Sleep Lab at Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital and is full-time, scheduled for 36 hours per week, with variable night shifts and weekends included. RPSGT/RST or Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials are required. The technologist performs overnight polysomnographic studies using various positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy interventions and conducts Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSAT). The role monitors and documents patients during studies, tracks equipment and supplies, completes records and charting, and scores studies according to AASM guidelines. It also includes annual continuing education in sleep medicine and supervision, mentorship, orientation, and ongoing education for PSG Tech and PST CPSGT staff.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
BLS Certification or RQI for Healthcare Providers.
Current RPSGT/RST or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential; state licensure where required.
Availability to work varying shifts, including night shifts.
Specific certifications or skills as required by the facility or patient population, such as PALS, ACLS, or NRP.
Ability to perform the visual, communication, and manual dexterity duties described, including reading information and monitors, communicating and understanding spoken information, and manipulating complex equipment with precision.

Nice To Haves

Anatomy courses.
If working in Idaho, a PSGT Permit issued by the Idaho State Board of Medicine.
Clinical or patient care experience.
Proven ability to supervise others.
Availability and demonstrated ability to work night shifts.
Demonstrated ability to solve technical and interpersonal problems.
Demonstrated communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to use computerized and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform overnight polysomnographic studies using various modes of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) therapy interventions.
Perform Home Sleep Apnea Tests (HSAT).
Monitor and document patients undergoing physiologic studies.
Monitor and track equipment and supplies.
Complete record keeping and charting.
Address and solve technical and interpersonal problems.
Use computerized and mechanical equipment efficiently.
Score studies according to AASM guidelines.
Obtain 10 continuing education credits (CEC) related to sleep medicine annually.
Supervise, mentor, orient, and provide ongoing education to the PSG Tech and PST CPSGT.
Communicate with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors.