Description

Summary:

The Polysomnographic Technologist is responsible for polysomnographic recording, determining testing and treatment parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering Physician, Medical Director, and/or SDC protocols. Additionally,this role is responsible for all technical duties related to the polysomnographic evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, providing high quality results and patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assesses patient testing modalities and treatment protocols and consults with referring Physician, Medical Director, or Clinical Director as needed to produce optimal polysomnographic procedures.
• Evaluates sleep study related equipment and inventory.
• Performs routine and complex equipment care, maintenance, and repairs.
• Scores sleep/wake stages and clinical events by applying professionally accepted guidelines and SDC-specific protocols, generating accurate reports.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of the members served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each member served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 1 – 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) by BRPT required
• BLS required

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed