What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polysomnographic Technician Trainee position at OSF HealthCare?
Expected pay for this position is $20.41 - $24.01/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
POSITION SUMMARY: A Polysomnographic Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions under clinical guidance of a Polysomnographic Technologist. Collaborates with the Medical Director, Leadership, staff and patients to achieve optimal efficiency and success in sleep disorder function testing and scoring.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma or GED
License/Certifications: BLS certified or obtained within 6 months of hire
Experience: Interpersonal skills necessary to explain procedures to patient to alleviate their apprehensions and gain their cooperation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: An associate’s degree in an allied healthcare field (respiratory care or neurodiagnostics).
Experience: 6 months of direct patient care
Other Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit(s) or by their department.
This requires that the incumbent demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development as well as the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the patient population served.
Analytical skills necessary to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative statistical data and conduct diagnostic procedures.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $20 - $24
