Job Description

Location:

Defiance Regional Hospital

Department:

Sleep Center

Weekly Hours:

40

Status:

Full time

Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Sign On Bonus:

Job Requisition Qualifies for Sign on Bonus

Bonus Amount:

$20,000

Job Summary:

$20,000 Sign on Bonus for external candidates with a 2 year commitment

As a Polysomnographic Technologist, you will work with the clinical director to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

*All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise*

1. Provides age-appropriate care to all children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients/clients/families served in a manner that embodies body, mind, and spirit.

2. Employs critical thinking skills and sound judgment in all aspects of care. Makes modifications in patient care based on evaluation and continuing assessments.

3. Performs all interventions/procedures within job scope and specific field of specialty in accordance with standards of care, policies & procedures, regulatory guidelines, and role specific competencies specifically: Routine, non-routine, and complex recordings such as CPAP, Bi-level, split night studies, seizure studies, REM behavior studies, MSLT testing, scoring all records, routine PSG recordings & Oxygen Titrations.

4. Follows proper chain of command when issues/problems arise and demonstrates appropriate follow-through. Always displays professionalism and maintains patient confidentiality.

5. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to promote a seamless patient care continuum.

6. Initiates emergency care as necessary and maintains BCLS. Stays current in field of specialty by actively participating in continuing education and maintaining certifications and annual competencies. Acquires 10 CEU’s per year or 50 CEU’s over a period of 5 years. Actively participates in orienting new staff and contributes to the growth of others.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.

The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent

• At least 12 months experience in Polysomnography

• RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

• BLS

• If not Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, evidence of enrollment to obtain sleep credential. Must maintain registration. Registration may be obtained in one of the following ways:

• Completes the A-Step online modules

• Completes a CAAHCP accredited Sleep Training ProgramC

• Completes an Electro Neuro Diagnostic Program

• Completes a Respiratory Therapy add-on Track for Sleep Technology

ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift

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