Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered (Straight Nights) - Bismarck - Full Time

Company: Sanford Health
Location: Bismarck
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Careers With Purpose


Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.


Facility: East Century Clin


Location: Bismarck, ND


Address: 1809 E Century Ave, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA


Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts


Job Schedule: Full time


Weekly Hours: 36.00


Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50


Pay Info: Sign on Bonus: $7,500/2 year commitment


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.


Duties:

• 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!
  Job Summary
  
  
  Respiratory Therapist are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States! 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 it's 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.
  
  
  You Belong at Sanford:
  
  
  Referral Bonuses
  
  
  Competitive Compensation
  
  
  Salary Increases
  
  
  Shift Differentials
  
  
  Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
  
  
  Flexible shift options
  
  
  Opportunities for advancement
  
  
  Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options
  
  
  Health Savings Account
  
  
  Paid Time Off
  
  
  Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
  
  
  We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us. It takes all of us to make a difference.
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.
  
  
  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 one of the following:
  
  
  • Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules. Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment. OR
    • Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.
      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
      
      
      Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .
      
      
      Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
      
      
      Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
      
      
      Req Number: R-0190428
      
      
      Job Function: Allied Health
      
      
      Featured: No

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