What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polysom Technician position at CommonSpirit Health?
Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That’s what you’ll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You’ll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we’ll create healthier, stronger communities.
CHI Health Lakeside is West Omahas only full-service hospital. We believe that patient-focused care heals the body mind and spirit of every person. Our campus is designed for patients and sets the tone for a comfortable less stressful hospital stay. As one of the most technologically advanced hospitals in the world we provide a full range of services including: maternity cancer and surgery care as well as diagnostics and emergency services.
Responsibilities
** Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and $10,000 Education Assistance! **
We take our sleep seriously, and with our Polysom Techs to help, we can find effective ways to help others. You will be providing direct care to patients while safely operating sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake stages, respiratory events, cardiac events and other clinical events.
RRT's can be trained if interested in polysomnography, and SDS or RPSGT certifications also qualify!
What you will do:
- Provides for the assessment and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of diagnostic testing based on patients’ age, cognitive and physical abilities, and/or developmental needs. Is responsible for communication to the physician of pertinent patient data.
- Initiates and monitors overnight testing procedures in accordance with American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
- Communicates a professional attitude with patients, visitors and other hospital personnel. Practices strict ethical enforcement of protected medical and employee confidentiality.
- Assists coordinator with quality assurance programs for the department and makes recommendations as needed.
- Operates in full compliance with organization’s safety program. Responds to all emergency preparedness situations as appropriate. Utilizes standard precaution and assures unit’s equipment is ready for safe operation.
- Performs duties in documented accordance with requirement of all regulating/governing bodies.
- Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in department meetings, in-service programs and continuing education programs. Fulfills yearly education requirements as stated by policy.
Qualifications
Education/Licensure
What you need:
One of the following
- Licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner with State of Nebraska
- Licensed as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RSPGT) certification
- Licenced as Sleep Disorder Specialist (SDS) certification
Registered Polysom Technologist (RPSGT) within 6 months of hire
AHA BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire
SDS certification preferred
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
