Sleep Technologist (Polysomnographer)
Show Low, AZ
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Sleep Tech Position - Show Low, Arizona

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Required Certifications and Experience

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) or RCP (Respiratory Care Practitioner)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience required

Work Schedule

• Nights
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12s)
• Shift hours: 18:30 to 07:00
• 36 guaranteed hours per week

Job Responsibilities

Polysomnographer I

• Review patient histories, medications, and procedures
• Apply electrodes and sensors
• Perform calibrations
• Monitor and gather data acquisition
• Document observations including sleep stages and clinical events
• Perform PAP titration per protocol
• Complete data entry
• Remove wires and sensors
• Fax reports to physicians
• Clean rooms and work areas
• Maintain professional etiquette and promote patient safety standards

Polysomnographer II

• All duties of Polysomnographer I
• Score patient acquisitions using latest AASM rules
• Prepare draft reports for Medical Director interpretation

Polysomnographer III

• All duties of Polysomnographer I and II
• Perform pediatric sleep studies including ETCO2 hookup and scoring pediatric data
• Complete preceptor course and assist in training new staff
• Communicate with CPAP equipment providers regarding masks
• Organize sleep schedule for manager approval

Skills and Requirements

• Operational knowledge of Sleep Lab equipment including “Alice 5” and/or “Alice 6” polysomnography systems
• Proficient with office equipment: fax, printer, phone systems, computer
• Familiarity with Hospital Information Systems, MS Office, email, and internet
• Strong customer service, problem-solving, organizational, multitasking, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize work and maintain telephone etiquette
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Secondary Duties

• Scan and mail paperwork
• Stock the lab
• Participate in departmental and association meetings, forums, and seminars
• Review policies and procedures annually
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Notes

• Varied shifts may be discussed during the interview process