Polysomnography Tech (Full-Time, Mon-Thu 7:45P-6:15A)

Job DetailsJob Location: Washington Regional Med. Ctr. - Fayetteville, AR 72703Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma or GEDJob Category: Patient CareOrganization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Polysomnographic Technologist - Non-Registered reports to the Sleep Lab Manager. This position, under supervision of a registered Polysomnographic Technologist, is responsible for providing a comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education.  

Essential Position Responsibilities


Calibrate and prepare equipment to ensure proper functioning
Conduct patient introduction and orientation to the clinic including; patient evaluation, education and documentation 
Perform patient hook-up according to AASM published standards
Monitor the patient during the procedure and intervene, as necessary
Review data and score the polysomnographic study after the data acquisition
Assist with initial training of new staff and help with on-going in-services and training


Qualifications


Education: High school diploma or GED, required. Current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology or completion of the A-step educational modules administered through the AASM.
Licensure and Certifications: BLS, required. Nationally certified and  certification board Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential, Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) credential, required within 3 years.
Experience: Previous experience in a sleep lab, preferred.  


 

Work Environment: This position will spend 60% of the time walking and/or standing while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 40% of the time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment. This position may be exposed to communicable disease and bodily fluids. This position will serve a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population.
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