Sleep Services Tech (PRN)

• • Job Tracking ID: 24-16-SLEP-H
  • Job Location: Pender, NE
  • Job Level: Entry Level (less than 2 years)
  • Level of Education: 2 year degree
• • Job Type: PRN
  • Date Updated: 05/15/2024
  • Years of Experience: Up to 2 Years
  • Starting Date: ASAP

Job Description

The Sleep Services Tech works under the general supervision of theSleep Services Coordinator to provide comprehensive evaluation andtreatment of sleep disorders including in center sleep testing,diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient careand direct patient education. In addition to proficiency in allcompetencies related to sleep technology, the Sleep Services Techparticipates with clinical evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutictesting, patient education and compliance management. Education andmanagement of patients with sleep disorders requires understanding ofthe multifaceted disease processes that affect both sleep and wakefulness.

• Performs all responsibilities related to performing a sleep studyin an accurate and timely manner.
• Observes the response of the patients to therapy, evaluates andrecords in the patients record. Immediately reports adversereactions following established mechanisms.
• Maintains accurate, pertinent, accessible, confidential, andsecure patient records in accordance with privacy and security standards.
• Applies principles of motivational teaching to facilitate patient self-management.
• Provides patient education for sleep disorders, comorbidities,therapeutic equipment and processes, medical therapy options, sleephygiene and self-help.
• Assists with patient acclimation to PAP, proper usage of PAP,interface troubleshooting, pressure relief options, cleaning, andsafety education.
• Assures patient records contain documentation of all patient interactions.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with the patient’shealthcare team regarding new or continued symptoms, treatmentconcerns or management of optimal care.
• Demonstrates familiarity with pathophysiology, epidemiology, andclinical guidelines for sleep disorders and treatment options
• Demonstrates competence and provide for the cleaning,sterilization, assembly and maintenance of equipment and stocking ofsupplies in the sleep lab.

Hours: Varies, as needed; Monday-Friday 7:00pm-7:30am

Experience and Skills

Education, Experience:

• Associate degree
• Minimum of two years' experience in sleep technology
• Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of allprocedures, indications, contraindications, and hazards involved insleep care and knowledge of life support equipment.
• Demonstrates proficient use of medical terminology.
• Excellent customer service skills and critical thinking experience

Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:

• Certification by a nationally recognized certification board andholds either the Registered Sleep
• Technologist (RST) or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist(RPSGT) credential
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able toperform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. The requirements listed below are representativeof the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide
• Ability to read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basicdocumentation and information
• Ability to use computer systems, computer navigation, and Internet
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to problem solve
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectivelywith customers and all members of the team

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS

• Sleep Lab Equipment
• Computer/printer/scanner
• General office materials/equipment/supplies
• Information systems & programs
• Telephone system

Job Benefits

Standard full-time benefits: Benefits go into effectthe 1st of the month following 30 days of hire. Include but notlimited to:

• Health Insurance: PPO and H.S.A. option; PCH pays aportion of premiums
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death andDismemberment Plan at no cost to the employee; opportunity topurchase additional coverage also available
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue hours based on apercentage rate (set by years of service) multiplied by the numberof hours worked in a pay period
• 403(b) Retirement: The hospital will match up to apercentage of gross wages when the employee contributescontributions of percentage
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, CriticalIllness, Accident Policies
• Medical and Dependent Care Savings Accounts
• Group Incentive Plan (GIP): The hospital setsfacility wide goals for our annual fiscal year. Depending on howmany of those goals we meet at the end of the fiscal year thatdetermines the amount of bonus employees receive. 

This institution is an EEO/AA Employer and Provider - ProtectedVeterans and Individuals with Disabilities.