What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sleep Technician position at Fairview Range?
Fairview Range is hiring a Sleep Technician to join our Sleep Lab team in Hibbing, MN.
As a Sleep Technician, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders in patients. Working under the supervision of the medical director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee, you will be responsible for conducting various sleep studies, monitoring patients during sleep, and analyzing data to assist in the diagnosis and treatment planning. Your expertise and attention to detail will contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals suffering from sleep-related issues.
Schedule: This position will work 72-80 hours per two weeks. The shift length will be 8-hours on rotating Day, Evening, and Night shifts. Weekends: As needed.
Benefits: This position is eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and so much more!
Internal posting through 8/31/2024.
About Fairview Range
Fairview Range is an affiliate of M Health Fairview, a partnership of Fairview Health Services, the University of Minnesota, and M Physicians. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Medical Center, Fairview Mesaba Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice, and Fairview Transportation Services. Are you interested in joining our incredible team? Seize the opportunity by applying today!
Apply today to join our 34,000 employees and 5,000 system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.
As a Sleep Technician, you will be responsible for:
- Gathering and analyzing patient information and history.
- Explaining pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures to the patient.
- Preparing and calibrating equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and making adjustemnts if necessary.
- Performing routine positive airway pressure (PAP) mask desensitization procesure, as necessary.
- Continuously monitoring patients' sleep patterns, vital signs, and responses to interventions during the sleep study, making real-time adjustments as necessary.
- Acurately recording and documenting data following procedural protocols.
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
- Scoring polysomnographic records.
- Performing post-test follow up.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current BLS or obtains within 3 months of hire and maintains.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of polysomnography training program or Associate's Degree in health sciences field with emphasis on polysomnography.
- Prior experience as a Sleep Technician or in a related healthcare role.
- RSGT CRT or RRT; or REEGT
- CPSGT
Keywords: Sleep Tech, Sleep Technician, Sleep Medicine, Polysomnography
