Polysomnography Tech - Sleep Lab - FT - Days at Haywood Regional Medical Center summary:
The Polysomnography Technician performs sleep studies and interprets results to diagnose sleep disorders. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, educating patients on test results, and maintaining necessary supplies and equipment. The role requires critical thinking, the ability to work under stress, and appropriate medical certification.
$4,000 Sign on Bonus with a 2 year commitment!
Prepares for the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the equipment for the ordered test.
Interviews patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.
Performs testing and any additional testing required for sleep disorder that is noted.
Scores, interprets, and reports results of sleep studies. Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources.
Prepares, calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment required for testing. Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements.
Maintains proper supplies to care for patients.
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
Required Licenses
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Either registered or registry eligible RPSGT
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords:
Polysomnography, Sleep Lab, Sleep Disorders, Patient Education, Medical Equipment Maintenance, Health Technician, Diagnostic Testing, Sleep Study Interpretation, Healthcare, BLS Certification