Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Polysomnographic Technologist to join our team. The successful candidate will conduct sleep studies, monitor patients, and analyze data to help diagnose and treat sleep disorders.

The Polysomnographic Technologist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, which may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. This position may also be asked to take part in research projects and other unique laboratory procedures as appropriate and when directed by the Manager and/or Medical Director of the sleep center. This position functions independently to safely operate advanced medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology, recognize sleep pathology, and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety and proper treatment. This position needs knowledge of normal cardiorespiratory, neurological, sleep physiology, and certification in Basic Life Support and must be capable of performing such special procedures as Multiple Sleep Latency testing, infant/pediatric polysomnography, ambulatory monitoring, and patient education.

Work Hours:
   * Full Time, 36 hours weekly, 3 days of 12-hours each
   * Night shift from 7 PM to 7 AM
   * One weekend day per week (Either Friday or Sunday depending on schedule availability).

Minimum Qualifications:
   * Education: High School Degree or GED. Graduate of a program leading to an Associate's Degree, or graduate of a program no less than 1 year long or equivalent experience  
   * Certification: Certified as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist or equivalent.  Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS). 
   * Skills:  Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Job Responsibilities:
   * Functions independently according to guidelines of the Sleep Disorders Center
   * Interacts effectively with patients, coworkers, Supervisor/Manager and Medical Director.
   * Takes vital signs. 
   * Proficient at sleep staging/respiratory scoring.
   * Detects high-risk ventricular arrhythmias.
   * Attends yearly EKG basic arrhythmia update course. 
   * Proficient in measuring, fitting and titrating CPAP and Bi-level therapy to standards. 
   * Understands TriHealth Policy & Procedures, and follows appropriate chain of command.

Other Job-Related Information: 
   * RPSGT, R-EEGT, RRT or CRT-SDS
   * 36 hours weekly, 3 days of 12 hours each shift (7 PM to 7 AM)
   * One weekend day per week (Either Friday or Sunday depending on schedule availability).

Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Frequently
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Occasionally
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Frequently
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: 

Serve: ALWAYS…
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS…
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service 
Respect: ALWAYS…
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS…
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS…
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members, and the community

 

Job Keywords:

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