Student, Polysomnographic

Lifepoint Health • Martinsville, VA

7h • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Sovah Health - Martinsville is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Student, Polysomnographic joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.

Requirements

• Current Respiratory Therapist Licensure or completion of sleep training program.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

• Sleep Lab experience, preferred
• Completion of a sleep lab training program, preferred

Responsibilities

• Educates the patient and family about procedures and monitors patient electronically and via video for any unusual sleep behaviors.
• Records observations of patient throughout the sleep session at specific time intervals and as appropriate.
• Scores polysomnography recordings and sends to the physician for interpretation.
• Maintains and operates all sleep lab equipment safely and correctly.
• Inspects and tests sleep lab equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities as performed on patients of varying ages including pediatric through geriatric.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed