Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered (Straight Nights)
Sanford Health
Summary
Polysomnographic Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Polysomnographic Technologist to join our talent team in this highly impactful role.
Job description
Summary
Polysomnographic Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Polysomnographic Technologist to join our talent team in this highly impactful role.
What you will do
- Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
- Understanding the testing equipment, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
- Monitor and document appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
- Possess a knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
- Educating patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and following up as needed.
- Acquire the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.
Department Details
This position is Full time 72 hours a pay period where you are working 3 12 hour nights shifts a week. Shift will be any nights from Sunday – Thursday and would be from 6PM-6AM. No Fridays or Saturdays are required.
- Will have no more than 2 patients at a time
- Handles scoring of the patients while they are sleeping
- Will work with at least one other Poly Tech each shift
- We typically do 160 sleep studies month and are booking out 5 months!
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Technology or other medical specialty preferred
- Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred
- Knowledge of sleep disorders and electrical safety
- Skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering
- If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in A-STEP Online Self Study Modules or CAAHEP/CoARC accredited polysomnography training
- Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT
- Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus
- Referral Bonuses
- Competitive Compensation
- Salary Increases
- Shift Differentials
- Flexible Shift Options
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.