Sleep Technologist RPSGT

Parrish Medical Center • Titusville, FL

3d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lead Neurodiagnostic Technologist or designee, the Sleep Technologist performs, monitors, and scores sleep-related diagnostic procedures in an acute care or diagnostic testing environment. The role requires knowledge and understanding of the disease processes relevant to procedures performed, patient assessment and reassessment, development and monitoring of care plans, and competency with specific equipment. The technologist serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and supports patient care, education, infection control, safety, and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus one year of direct patient care experience, or one year of post-secondary education from an accredited educational program with an emphasis in polysomnography.
• Minimum of one year of work experience.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT); if registry eligible, must obtain RPSGT within the first year of hire.
• BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform, monitor, and score sleep-related diagnostic procedures, including PAP, oxygen titration, and multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT), according to established standards.
• Evaluate procedure effectiveness and make changes as needed; provide patient follow-up as required.
• Demonstrate competency in procedures within the scope of practice for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Use, teach others to use, and troubleshoot equipment used for procedures.
• Process laboratory equipment according to infection control procedures.
• Perform patient support functions, including education, transport, charging of procedures, and gathering patient information, while following infection control and safety principles.
• Provide input to expedite treatment, assist physicians with evaluations and procedures, and collaborate with other health team members.
• Provide appropriate education to patients and families.
• Process patient reports and billing procedures for Neurodiagnostic tests.
• Assist with gathering quality control and process improvement data for laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Gather statistical and quality control information and review policies and procedures to meet JCAHO guidelines.
• Maintain and evaluate ordering and stocking of laboratory supplies.
• Follow fire, disaster, and safety procedures and regulations applicable to the work area.
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits start on Day 1.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance.
• EAP, flexible spending, accident, critical, and other applicable benefits.
• Annual accrual of 152 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) hours.

What This Job Offers

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