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Job Title:
Polysomnographic Technologist or Polysomnographic Technician
Cost Center:
401491297 NlsHos-Sleep Lab
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
See Job Description for detail (United States of America)
Job Description:
May be eligible for a sign-on bonus
POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGIST
JOB SUMMARY
The Polysomnographic Technologist provides sleep care services to patients in accordance with the provider's direction and established protocols to independently perform Polysomnograms (PSG), Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance Wakefulness Test (MWT), and Unattended Sleep Studies. Must acquire and maintain special technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care.
SCHEDULE
Tuesday and Wednesday nights, 6:30pm to 7am.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred/Optional: Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited polysomnographic technology program.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: One year experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Technician (CRT), Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (END), or Polysomnographic Technologist.
Preferred/Optional: Two years' experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) as a registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT). Basic Life Support (BLS) awarded by the American Heart Association.
Preferred/Optional: None
POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN
JOB SUMMARY
The Polysomnographic Technician provides sleep care services to patients in accordance with the provider's direction and established protocols to perform Polysomnograms (PSG), Multiple Sleep Latency Tests (MSLT), Maintenance Wakefulness Tests (MWT), and Unattended Sleep Studies. Must acquire and maintain special technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care. A Polysomnographic Technician will stay in this status until they can fulfill the entire job functions listed below independently and are registered in polysomnography.
During the time that the technician is not registered in polysomnography and unable to work independently, they will work under the supervision of a registered Polysomnographic Technologist. If a supervising technologist is unavailable, the technician may need to be utilized in a different role.
SCHEDULE
Tuesday and Wednesday nights, 6:30pm to 7am.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required:
* Graduate of or currently enrolled in a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited polysomnographic technology program OR
* Graduate of or currently enrolled in a CAAHEP accredited electroneurodiagnostic or respiratory care program with a polysomnographic add-on program OR
* Able to Qualify under any of the Eligible Pathways as defined by the BRPT for RPSGT Exam Eligibility.
Preferred/Optional: Associate degree with emphasis in polysomnography, respiratory care or electroneurodiagnostic technology.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Previous experience as a Polysomnographic Technician or two years' experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, Certified Respiratory Technician, or Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) awarded by the American Heart Association.
Preferred/Optional: Highly encouraged to become a registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT).
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.
Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System's Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.