Why UT Southwestern?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.

Experience and Education

• 2 years of experience in an accredited Sleep Center
• High School Diploma
• Required licensure as a registered polysomnographic sleep technologist through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)

Job Duties

Performs technical procedures and operates equipment with a high level of expertise.Demonstrates decision-making skills in patient assessment and care plan based on desired outcomes of therapy, clinical data and consultation with physician.Assesses patient and family's knowledge deficit regarding Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.Adheres to department procedures of accurate documentation, trouble shoots and corrects artifact, performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety.Demonstrates activities consistent with the financial objectives of the department in the use of supplies and maintain and operate equipment safely and correctly.Assumes and performs scoring of the polysomnographic record when as signed according to departmental policies & established guidelines.Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.On ones own initiative, assists in writing procedures, giving in-services recognized as necessary by the individual.Maintains knowledge of infrequently used equipment and ordered patient therapeutics.Takes responsibility for maintain supplies & equipment in all areas of the Sleep Center; takes responsibility for reporting and follow through to biomedical on equipment in need of repair.Actively participates in Quality Assurance departmental activities and objectives.Clean and maintain all polysomnographic equipment according to department policy. Performs other duties as assigned.

**Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.

For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

Salary

Salary Negotiable

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status