polysomnographic technologist - Shakopee, MN, United States - Allina Health Systems

Description

Number of Job Openings Available:
1


Date Posted:
March 26, 2024


Department:
Sleep Diagnostic Center


Shift:
Day/Night (United States of America)


Shift Length:
12 hour shift


Hours Per Week:
0


Union Contract:
SEIU-8-St Francis Technical


Weekend Rotation:
None


Job Summary:
Conducts the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders in patients. Responsible for assessments, diagnosis, treatments and education of patients with suspected sleep disorders under the direction of a physician.


Key Position Details:

• Casual
• Day/Night shift
• No Weekends, no major holidays
• SEIU Contract

Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities

• Polysomnographic testing, scoring and follow up
• Applies electrodes, monitors accordingly, ensures artifact free recordings and documents values for any clinical event during testing.
• Implements and titrates appropriate therapy per lab protocol.
• Scores Polysomnograms, downloads/stores data and generates reports prior to follow up appointment.
• Patient education and record management
• Educate patient on sleep disorders, testing procedures and operation of sleep disorder devices.
• Verify medical order/protocol, complete all technical paperwork.
• Complete appropriate paperwork and billing procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Vocational or Technical Training in a polysomnography program with a state licensed and/or nationally accredited educational facility or, equivalent experience with documented proficiency in all required competencies of a Polysomnographic Technologist or, meets Board Registered Polysomnographic (BRPT) standards for a sleep technologist preferred
• Up to 2 years polysomnography experience preferred and
• Up to 2 years Strong knowledge of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) devices preferred and
• Up to 2 years Able to assess patients, apply critical thinking and determine appropriate interventions preferred
• BLS Tier - Basic Life Support - Multisource required Upon Hire
• Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BPRT) Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BPRT) or, credentialed with Sleep Disorders Specialty from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire required and
• Current license in allied health profession if applicable preferred

Physical Demands


Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently