Polysomnographic Technologist - Sleep Lab

Job Title: Polysomnographic Technologist | Sleep Lab | Thief River Falls

City: Thief River Falls

State: MN

Department *: * Sleep Lab-Fgo

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Nights

Hours Per Shift: 12 hr

JOB SUMMARY

Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), 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. Educates patients with prescribed therapies. May also follow-up with patients when applicable. May assist in providing education to patients for sleep testing. Calls in for technical troubleshooting as necessary. Responsible for performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations. Understands the testing equipment in detail, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient, and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures. Understands and is able 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 awareness of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation. Possesses a working knowledge 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, may also assist in various types of scoring or tabulation of studies.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Position will entail 1- 12 hour day shift scoring sleep studies with future expansion into home sleep study testing and then 2- 12hour night shifts collecting sleep studies and applying pap therapy if needed. Depending on volumes, 3-12 hour night shifts may be required

DEPARTMENT DETAILS

This position is 72 hours/pp. Working two 12 hour night shifts (7PM-7AM) and one 12 hour day shift (7AM-5PM) a week. Position will be located in Thief River Falls MN but received direction from the Fargo Sleep Lab.

QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible to register with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Will consider eligibility to register with American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) as well. Possess or obtain registry as a Respiratory Therapist (RT), Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP), or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) within two years of the date of hire into position. Working in North Dakota (ND), current licensure as a Respiratory Therapist is required. Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment. Possess basic knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care. Graduate of an accredited program for Electroneurodiagnostic Technology or Respiratory Technology.

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City: Thief River Falls

State: MN

Job Function: Allied Health

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Nights

Req Number: req33326