Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered
Share
Job Location:
Eau Claire, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Varies (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
12Salary Range: 24.00 - 38.50Union Position:
NoDepartment Details
Summary
Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG) as well as titration multiple sleep latency (MSLT) home sleep testing (HST) 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 sleep study procedures and may perform neurodiagnostic testing for applicable patient populations. May perform other scoring of respiratory related 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 Therapy or other medical specialty preferred.Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field 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 startingin 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. OR2. 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 in North Dakota (ND) must be licensed as a RRT or and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/ 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- or send an email to
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
Marshfield Clinic is a health care system with over 50 locations in northern, central, and western Wisconsin. Marshfield Clinic Don't just live. Shine.
