Polysomnography Technician Registered- Sleep Lab
Job Description
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Summary:
Performs polysomnography procedures and related administrative duties as ordered by the medical staff.
Responsibilities:
1. Verifies the existence of an appropriate history and/or examination data in preparation for procedure. (Will not perform tasks independently until graduation from an RT or Polysomnography Associate's degree program).
2. When determined competent, performs all polysomnography tests/procedures/scoring approved for the position, and as detailed in the position’s Skills Checklist to include, but not limited to: Polysomnography procedures, Scores sleep studies.
3. Communicates with patients or their representatives.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
5. Communicates with team members, physicians and other care providers regarding diagnostic testing.
6. Provides oversight and guidance to students and new staff with regard to polysomnograms.
7. Sets up and/or maintains equipment and work areas.
8. Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
9. Takes an active role in self-development.
10. Other duties and responsibilities as needed.
NASH
Other information:
Education Requirements:
• Associate’s in Science, Polysomnography or Respiratory Therapy within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of formal training program in neuroelectrodiagnostics, respiratory therapy or sleep diagnostics prior to hire.
Licensure/Certifications:
• Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT). Registered with the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists within 9 months of hire.
• BCLS certification.
Professional Experience Requirements:
• 6 months experience in Healthcare/Medical Acute Care.
• Previous experience in Respiratory Care, EEG, or Polysomnography preferred.
117034751
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Sleep Lab
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Summary:
Performs polysomnography procedures and related administrative duties as ordered by the medical staff.
Responsibilities:
1. Verifies the existence of an appropriate history and/or examination data in preparation for procedure. (Will not perform tasks independently until graduation from an RT or Polysomnography Associate's degree program).
2. When determined competent, performs all polysomnography tests/procedures/scoring approved for the position, and as detailed in the position’s Skills Checklist to include, but not limited to: Polysomnography procedures, Scores sleep studies.
3. Communicates with patients or their representatives.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
5. Communicates with team members, physicians and other care providers regarding diagnostic testing.
6. Provides oversight and guidance to students and new staff with regard to polysomnograms.
7. Sets up and/or maintains equipment and work areas.
8. Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
9. Takes an active role in self-development.
10. Other duties and responsibilities as needed.
NASH
Other information:
Education Requirements:
• Associate’s in Science, Polysomnography or Respiratory Therapy within 6 months of hire.
• Completion of formal training program in neuroelectrodiagnostics, respiratory therapy or sleep diagnostics prior to hire.
Licensure/Certifications:
• Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT). Registered with the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists within 9 months of hire.
• BCLS certification.
Professional Experience Requirements:
• 6 months experience in Healthcare/Medical Acute Care.
• Previous experience in Respiratory Care, EEG, or Polysomnography preferred.
117034751
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Sleep Lab
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
About UNC Health
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
UNC Health and its 33,000 employees, continue to serve as North Carolina’s Health Care System, caring for patients from all 100 counties and beyond our borders. We continue to leverage the world class research conducted in the UNC School of Medicine, translating that innovation to life-saving and life-changing therapies, procedures, and techniques for the patients who rely on us.
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