Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Atrium Health Winston Salem Sleep Center PRN

Department:

02362 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Stratford Executive Pk Charlois - Sleep Medicine: Sleep Disorder Laboratory

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

12

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

This is a PRN position that will be utilized only on Saturday nights. The schedule for those Saturday nights will be 1900-0700.

Essential Functions

• Collects, analyzes and integrates patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs and determines final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician and laboratory protocols.
• Prepares and calibrates equipment required for testing and determines proper function and makes adjustments if needed.
• Performs polysomnographic data acquisition; monitors study tracing quality and ensures signals are artifact free. Identifies, corrects and documents signal abnormalities.
• Performs routine positive airway pressure mask fitting.
• Assist in the training of new technician/technologist.
• Performs appropriate physiologic calibrations and ensures proper signals and make adjustments if needed.
• Documents routine observations and completes and verifies documentation.
• Recognizes life-threatening abnormalities and reacts competently in stressful and critical situations.
• Scores polysomnograph and computer generated records, based on ASDA and Rechtshaffer and Kales scoring criteria.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, or arrange for the provision of appropriate care, for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric, population of patients.
• Adheres to quality control, infection control and quality assurance guidelines for equipment and the work area.
• Annually reviews and follows to administrative, personnel and departmental policies.

Physical Requirements
Work requires frequent sitting and standing. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree with an emphasis in polysomnography or completion of a polysomnography program. Must be applicable state state licensed and certified by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) 1-year experience required.BLS required per policy guidelines.applicable state Board of Medicine (RPSGT) License and certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist required.

Pay Range

$28.05 - $42.10

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois;