Polysomnographic Sleep Technologist Trainee

About this role

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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: Nights (United States of America)

Polysomnography T rainee  

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position    

​​ Develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated patient care & treatment interventions under direct supervision of a registered polysomnographic technologist (RPSGT). ​    

Essential Job Functions    

• Works cooperatively under the supervision and direction of a RPSGT, quality control technologists , and the sleep center leadership to master the skills necessary to perform quality sleep studies and achieve the RPSGT credential.   

• Assists with appropriate interventions including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.    

• Assists with all sleep center protocols and workflows as proficiency is obtained .    

• Complies with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, protocols, and standards for an outpatient hospital department and accredited sleep center .    

• ​​Assists with scheduling of patient visits & procedures, reminder calls, filling vacancies from cancellation list, and proper tracking of patient reschedules, cancellations, and no shows in the EMR. ​   

• Promptly reports any facility cleanliness, maintenance problem, safety hazard, equipment malfunction, supply issue, patient complaints, patient or staff injury, security concern, infection control issue, etc. to management and the appropriate supporting department .    

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.  

Licensing/Certification    

BLS Basic Life Support ( preferred upon hire, required before patient care )  

O btain RPSGT Registered Polysomnography Technician) within 18 -months of hire (required).  

Education  

High school diploma or equivalent (required)     

Work Experience  

​​​ ​ At least six month s of customer service experience (preferred)    

Training  

A trainee must be working through one of the established pathways to reach the RPSGT credential outlined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and must complete the RPSGT credential within 6 months of eligibility and within 18-months of hire.    

Range:

Minimum:  $ 17.25 Maximum:  $25.87

Skill s  

Clinical Skills :  

​ Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office. ​​​    

Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.   

Analytical skills  

Strategic thinking and planning    

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Soft/Interpersonal Skills:  

​​​ Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries.  

Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.     

Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.     

Attention to detail  

Communication and Collaboration skills  

Critical thinking  

Teamwork  

Conflict resolution  

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department: Sleep Center - Bon Secours Healthsource - Hanover

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com .

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