Job Title: Polysomnographer / Sleep Tech
Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Specialty: Polysomnographer / Sleep Tech
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day 3x12-Hour
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of 1 year required
License: Must have Respiratory Care Practitioners License
Certifications: BLS, RPSGT, RRT, SDS, RPSGT or RRT with SDS
Must-Have:
- Must have Respiratory Care Practitioners License
- Experience with Epic charting system
- Patient ratio experience of 1:2 for adults and 1:1 for pediatrics
Description:
This position requires a skilled polysomnographer with experience in sleep diagnostic testing.
The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in End-Tidal CO2 monitoring and Baseline Sleep Polysomnography.
Candidates should be capable of performing various sleep studies such as MSLT, PSG, and Home Sleep Tests.
Knowledge of respiratory therapies including CPAP, BiPAP, and oxygen administration is essential.
The candidate must be familiar with patient education related to sleep disorders and respiratory care.
Strong skills in analyzing cardiac abnormalities and managing complex sleep apnea are necessary.
Familiarity with equipment such as Alice software and ResMed CPAP units is required.
Travelers may need to float between facilities and must be adaptable to different working environments.
Compliance with infection control protocols is imperative.
The role involves working with diverse patient populations, including adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics.
The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including weekend coverage and holiday commitments.
References covering 1 year within the last 3 years are required for compliance.
All applicants should be prepared to meet the necessary qualifications before submission.