Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Center - FT Straight Nights

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Facility: East Century Clin Location: Bismarck, ND Address: 1809 E Century Ave, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.
00 Salary Range: $22.
50 - $36.
00 Pay Info: Sign On Bonus: $7,500/2 year commitment Department Details This position is full time 72 hours a pay period working the straight night shift.
Will have Fridays and Saturdays off and no holidays required.
We can be flexible with schedules when requested.
The work schedule is published 3-4 months in advance for planning.
You will have the ability to switch shifts and pick up overtime when wanted.
We have a new sleep lab with new equipment.
You will have no more than 2 patients at a time, and have at least one other Poly Tech working with you each shift! Job Summary Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), and Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT) will be performed.
Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders.
Educates patients with prescribed therapies.
May also follow-up with patients when applicable.
May provide education to patients for sleep testing when necessary.
Calls in for technical troubleshooting as necessary.
Responsible for performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
Understands the testing equipment in detail, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient, and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
Ability to apply principles of anatomy and physiology, normal and abnormal, related to procedure performed.
Monitors and documents appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
Possesses a thorough knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
Ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.
Performs other department specific duties as required.
Dependent on facility and department needs, participate in various types of scoring or tabulation of studies.
Oversees students and/or staff are providing patient care, treatment, and/or services as part of their training when necessary.
Qualifications Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Technology or other medical specialty preferred.
Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred.
Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.
If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in one of the following: Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules.
Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
OR Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.
Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT.
Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
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Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.
An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
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