Sleep Technologist

Lifepoint Health • Henderson, NC

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sleep Technologist in an acute care hospital setting works under the general supervision of the Sleep Department Coordinator and Medical Director, and the direct supervision of the Director of Cardiopulmonary Services. This role is responsible for the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders through in-center and home-based testing. The Sleep Technologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, monitors and analyzes sleep data, implements appropriate interventions, and provides direct patient care and education. In the acute care environment, the technologist must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, the ability to respond to patient needs, and adherence to hospital protocols. The Sleep Technologist may perform all duties of a Sleep Technician and must be credentialed (or eligible) in sleep technology, hold active licensure as a Respiratory Therapist, and/or work under the supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist and/or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or eligible with supervision
• Sleep Technologist credential (or eligible) with applicable state licensure or supervised practice required
• BLS (AHA) required

Nice To Haves

• ACLS and PALS preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Monitors and analyzes sleep data.
• Implements appropriate interventions.
• Provides direct patient care and education.
• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment.
• Responds to patient needs.
• Adheres to hospital protocols.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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