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Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health
Posted 7 months ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Bismarck, ND 58505, US

Salary

$62,000 - $74,400 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Sanford Health is seeking a qualified candidate to perform diagnostic polysomnographic studies and related sleep disorder tests, offering a salary of $60,000 to $70,000 per year.
  • The position requires a minimum of two years of related work experience in the sleep disorders field, along with a graduate degree in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology or a related medical specialty.
  • Responsibilities include educating patients on prescribed therapies, performing sleep study procedures, and maintaining accurate medical records in accordance with facility guidelines.
  • Candidates must have knowledge of sleep disorders and basic life support certification, with licensure as RRT or RPSGT required in North Dakota.
  • Sanford Health is committed to providing development opportunities and is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50***Sign On Bonus: $10,000/2 year commitment***

Union Position:

No

Department Details

No weekends or Holidays unless requested. New facility that was designed with sleep techs in mind, kitchen, adjustable desks, and ability to control the tv in rooms from the control room.

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.

Job Description

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: 1. 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 2. 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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 


If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.




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