Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Sioux Falls, SD

Job Description

Address: 1621 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Job Schedule: Full time, night shift
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

Department Details

Join an AASM accredited sleep lab with a full complement of diagnostic testing options. The sleep lab services both pediatric and adult populations. The sleep lab is open Sunday-Thursday and closed on Holidays.

Job Summary

Polysomnographic Technologists 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.

Job Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, 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.

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.