What are the responsibilities and job description for the Polysomnographic Tech Trainee - Full-Time - Nights position at Full-Time - Nights - Henry Ford Health - Careers Careers?
A Polysomnographic Technician Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions under the direct supervision of a Registered Sleep Technologist. The polysomnographic technician trainee works under the supervision of a registered sleep technologist/shift supervisor/and or program manager.
REQUIREMENTS:
Successful completion of a STAR-designated Focused education program,
A-STEP Self Study Program and passing the RPSGT exam is required within one year of hire.
High school diploma or GED plus 6 months of direct patient care experience or 1 year of post-secondary education is required.
Obtain/Maintain BCLS Certification required.
Effective written and verbal communication skills desired.
Appropriate social skills with emphasis on customer service skills is required.
Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
While performing the duties of this job, the technician is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
The technician is required to walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasional lift/move up to 50 pounds.
Must possess visual abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.