What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sleep Technician / Sleep Technologist position at The Neurology Center of Southern California?
The Sleep Center of Southern California
The Sleep Center of Southern California is seeking a dedicated Polysomnographic Technician or Polysomnographic Technologist to join our team. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. If you are passionate about sleep medicine and enjoy working independently while delivering high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Three 12-hour night shifts per week
- 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Job Description:
A Polysomnographic Technician works under the general supervision of the Sleep Center Medical Director to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This will involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technician can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician as outlined in the RPSGT Handbook.
- Follow sleep clinic’s protocols related to the sleep study.
- Excellent communication and writing skills necessary to explain procedures and proper documentation as outlined in the clinic’s policy and procedure manual.
- Ability to set- up and conduct all types of sleep disorder testing.
- Must have understanding of all aspects of sleep medicine and its related disorders, as well as complete technical knowledge of sleep diagnostic equipment. To include but not limited to: baseline polysomnography, Bipap / Cpap Titration and studies, Oxygen supplementation and titration, Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) in accordance to the AASM guidelines and clinic’s policy and procedures.
- Must be able to work independently and able to solve problems and tasks in a timely professional manner.
- Cleaning, sterilizing, and maintenance of sleep study equipment in a professional manner and properly storing equipment and supplies as well as getting the room set-up for the next scheduled test.
Qualifications:
- RPSGT Certification preferred
- Minimum 6 months in Sleep Study setting preferred.
- Current BLS certification
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
The Sleep Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability
Salary : $32 - $40