Sleep Lab Tech (Scorer)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Score or assist with scoring sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines. Score or assist with scoring clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.). Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Responsible for the performance of all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures available through the Department with complete understanding of the equipment, supplies, indications, and contraindications for use, and physiological effects upon the patient.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a polysomnography program associated with a state license and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency of all competencies.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (www.brpt.org) and current license with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist OR current temporary permit for Polysomnography Technician with Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners OR current license with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist (must be a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist) and have a the Sleep Disorders Certification (www.nbrc.org) or obtain Sleep Disorder certification within 6 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.
• The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Nice To Haves

• obtain Sleep Disorder certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Score or assist with scoring sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines.
• Score or assist with scoring clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.).
• Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
• Responsible for the performance of all therapeutic and diagnostic procedures available through the Department with complete understanding of the equipment, supplies, indications, and contraindications for use, and physiological effects upon the patient.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees