Polysomnographic Technologist

Posted:
9/23/2024, 2:46:10 AM

Location(s):
Minnesota, United States ⋅ Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

September 23, 2024

Department:

34006920 United Sleep Center

Shift:

Permanent Nights (United States of America)

Shift Length:

12 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

36

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

  • .9 FTE (72 hours every two weeks)
  • 12-hour, night shifts
  • Will include Sundays each week

Job Description:

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.

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.


Preferred Qualifications

  • 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
  • 0 to 2 years polysomnography experience
  • 0 to 2 years Strong knowledge of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) devices
  • 0 to 2 years Able to assess patients, apply critical thinking and determine appropriate interventions


Licenses/Certifications

  • 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
  • Current license in allied health profession if applicable preferred


Physical Demands

  • Light Work:
  • Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently