Polysomnographic Technologist | Casual
Shakopee, MN 
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Posted 27 days ago
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Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

February 05, 2024

Department:

46005350 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 1 - 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


Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
2+ years
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