What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Polysomnographic Tech (FT- 0.9 FTE, Night Shift) position at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital?
We are Hiring: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
Help our community sleep better — one dream at a time.
Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced RPSGTs!
Do you love combining technical skill with meaningful patient care? If you’re an experienced Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) we’d love to meet you!
77346150 Sleep Disorder Center
Help our community sleep better — one dream at a time.
Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced RPSGTs!
Do you love combining technical skill with meaningful patient care? If you’re an experienced Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) we’d love to meet you!
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for performing all aspects of sleep disorder testing including EEG testing, CPAP setup and compliance tracking. This position exists to assist the Medical Director, Sleep Lab and Oxygen Supervisors in all aspects of excellent patient care.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
- American Heart Association BLS
- Previous EEG experience
Preferred
Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
- Set-up CPAP machines and assist patients in all aspects of meeting compliance
- Assist and educate patients in CPAP mask fitting and all therapy compliance issues
- Work closely with Sleep Center Medical Director and Sleep Center Supervisor to assure excellence in patient service
- Assist in setup of pre-surgery CPAP patients
- Required to be proficient in scoring and evaluating polysomnograms
- Run adult and pediatric EEGs
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
- Ability to work varied shifts
- Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
- Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment
- Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
- Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
- Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Schedule Requirements
- This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
- The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
- On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
Physical Requirements
- Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
- Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
- Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
- Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
- Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
- Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
- Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
- Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
- Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
- Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
- Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.
- Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.