Certified Polysomnographic Technologist - Johnstown, United States - LifePoint Hospitals

Description

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is the largest healthcare provider in west central Pennsylvania, serving over a half-million patients each year.

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has 537 inpatient, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care beds and is home to the highest level of care designations for Neonatal Care (Level 3) and Trauma Care (Level 1).

Where We Are:

The city of Johnstown is home to high-performing schools and safe, affordable neighborhoods that make working, living and raising a family special.

There are many opportunities for educational advancement including the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Saint Francis University, and Mount Aloysius College.

Why Choose Us:

• Onsite Fitness Centers available for employees and spouses, payroll deductible
• Employee Recognition programs
• Affiliations with nearby childcare facilities with extended hours
• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more...

Position Summary:

A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education.

A Polysomnographic Technologist can perform all duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide oversight of other sleep center staff.

The Polysomnographic Technologist is credentialed in Sleep Technology. The polysomnographic technologist will effectively manage care of patients across the age continuum from pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.


Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education:
High School Graduate or equivalent.

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology OR

Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technologist.

OR

Other allied health credential (RRT, CRT, LPN, RN) with completion of Sleep Credential from BRPT, ABSM, or NBRC within 12 months of employment.

Required Certification:

Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one of the following: Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) or must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire.

BLS certification


EEOC Statement:

Conemaugh Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran