Sleep Technologist RPSGT

Parrish Medical Center • Titusville, FL

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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 of relevant disease processes, patient assessment and reassessment, care-plan development and monitoring, and competence with the equipment used for procedures. The technologist serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

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 emphasizing polysomnography.
• At least one year of work experience.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential; registry-eligible applicants must obtain the 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 effectiveness and make changes as needed.
• Provide patient follow-up as required and demonstrate competency in procedures within the scope of practice for the ages served.
• Use, teach others to use, and troubleshoot equipment used for sleep procedures; process laboratory equipment according to infection-control procedures.
• Perform patient-support functions such as education, transport, procedure charging, and gathering patient information while following infection-control and safety principles.
• Provide input to expedite treatment, assist physicians with evaluations and procedures, collaborate with other health team members, and educate patients and families.
• Process patient reports and billing procedures for Neurodiagnostic tests.
• Assist with collecting quality-control and process-improvement data; gather statistics and quality-control information and review policies and procedures to meet JCAHO guidelines.
• Maintain and evaluate the ordering and stocking of laboratory supplies.
• Know and follow fire, disaster, and safety procedures and regulations applicable to the work area.
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility begins on Day 1.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Tuition reimbursement or educational assistance.
• Employee assistance program (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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED