Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado Department Name: Work Shift: Night Job Category: Clinical Care Primary Location Salary Range: $26.29 - $39.44 / hour, based on education & experience In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules. Find your path in health care. Banner Health is committed to not only providing the finest care possible, but to advancing the way care is provided. To achieve our vision, we seek out professionals who embrace change and who possess the passion and skills to make it happen. As a Registered Polysomnographic Technician, you will have the opportunity to join our growing Sleep Lab team. Banner has 3 Accredited sleep centers in the Northern Colorado area with over 30 years of accreditation combined. We use our own centralized sleep scheduling for all three centers. The sleep center provides home sleep studies, in-lab studies, MSLTs, day studies and consultations. This role will primarily work with patients between 0 and 18 years old. Schooling for un-registered tech may be paid for, subject to terms of a training agreement This role will be working on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30 pm - 6:30 am at our North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO. Enjoy a $4/hr night shift differential when you work between the hours of 7pm and 7am, and weekend shift differential at $2/hr as applicable Location: North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO Schedule: This role is a three 12 hour shift per week role Starting pay rate for this position is $26.29/hr up to $39.44/hr based on qualified years of experience and education. $5,000 Sign On Bonus with a 12 month commitment to Banner Health POSITION SUMMARY This position independently performs prescribed diagnostic sleep monitoring studies, which may include home sleep tests, to patients. This position analyzes the results to aide clinicians with diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and care of patients. This position acts as a resource to the department. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Obtains artifact free sleep tracings that accurately reflect physiologic processes occurring during sleep of patients utilizing the latest technology. 2. Analyzes all types of sleep records of patients. Identifies and documents sleep stages and quantify physiologic processes during the data acquisition and summarizes this information as outlined by departmental policies and procedures. 3. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems and make adjustments as needed during the testing process. 4. Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures. 5. Assists with the development of department policies, procedures and processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results. 6. Assists leadership with operations, scheduling, orientation and/or training of new technical staff. May conduct or lead educational in-services and case study presentations. 7. Ensures quality assurance standards as outlined by departmental policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory agencies. 8. Independently performs prescribed diagnostic sleep monitoring, which may include home sleep test, to patients and acts as a resource to the department. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Requires Registry by the Board of Polysomnographic Technologists or proof of having passed the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). The position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 3 years of experience in all aspects of sleep disorders testing. Must be proficient in the use and theory of all equipment related to sleep testing and a thorough knowledge of the sleep/wake cycle and its pathologies, as well as, EEG theory appropriate to sleep monitoring and cardiopulmonary physiology during sleep. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and/or experience preferred. Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2024-08-01 EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy