Sleep Disorder Coordinator at SCOTT COUNTY HOSPITAL

Scott City, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Quality Care, Multidisciplinary Coordination, CPAP/BiPAP Familiarity, Documentation, Billing Compliance, Patient Education, Quality Improvement, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Technical Standards Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Safety Compliance

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Mission of Department: It is the mission of the Scott County Hospital Sleep Disorder Center to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care exceeding the patient’s expectations. Purpose of Position: The Sleep Disorder Ancillary Staff are responsible for helping with the operational, clinical, and quality oversight of the Scott County Hospital Sleep Disorders Center. This position assists with ensuring that sleep diagnostic and therapeutic services are delivered in compliance with American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards, CMS requirements, hospital policies, and provider orders. Essential Functions: Program Oversight & AASM Compliance Assist with ensuring the Sleep Disorders Center maintains compliance with AASM accreditation standards, including policies, procedures, education, and quality assurance. Assist with maintaining and updating sleep lab policies and procedures in alignment with AASM, CMS, and Scott County Hospital standards. Assist with preparation and maintaining documentation required for AASM accreditation, audits, and site visits. Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities as required by AASM accreditation. Support patient education regarding sleep study procedures, CPAP/BiPAP equipment and safety expectations Clinical & Operational Coordination Help coordinates daily sleep disorder operations including scheduling, staffing, room utilization, and patient flow. Help ensures sleep studies (PSG, split-night, PAP titration, and HSAT if applicable) are performed according to physician orders and AASM technical standards. Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement Help monitor quality metrics including study adequacy, repeat study rates, patient satisfaction, and report turnaround times. Equipment, Supplies & Safety Help manages sleep disorder supplies and inventory to ensure readiness and continuity of care. Assist in preparing, cleaning, and setup for HST and DME (Horizon) PAP set ups Ensures compliance with infection control, patient safety, and HIPAA policies. Documentation, Billing & Compliance Assist with accurate and complete documentation in the electronic medical record. Assist Director with monitoring accurate charge capture and works with billing staff to resolve documentation issues related to sleep services. Maintains confidentiality and compliance with hospital and federal regulations. Patient Experience Promotes a welcoming, safe, and respectful environment for all sleep patients. Addresses patient concerns or complaints related to sleep services in collaboration with leadership. Supports patient education related to sleep studies and PAP therapy initiation when applicable. The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned in this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requirements Additional Responsibilities: Non-Essential Functions Assists with departmental projects and hospital committees as assigned. Participates in program development and service line growth initiatives Performs other duties as assigned. Participate in departmental meetings, education, and training activities Qualifications Required Registered/Certified Respiratory Therapist preferred Familiarity with CPAP/BiPAP equipment and sleep study workflows Current Kansas licensure Current BLS certification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent customer service, organizational and communication skills Ability to work independently and coordinate multidisciplinary teams Attention to detail and commitment to quality care Ability to manage multiple priorities in a clinical environment Experience with excel, and other office programs Physical & Work Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods Ability to lift and move sleep lab equipment as needed Performance Expectations Assist in maintaining AASM accreditation readiness at all times Assist in ensuring compliance with Scott County Hospital policies Demonstrates professionalism with patients, families and associates Supports departmental goals and hospital mission Assist to promote continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction Scott County Hospital is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Sleep Disorder Coordinator assists with the operational, clinical, and quality oversight of the Sleep Disorders Center, ensuring compliance with AASM standards and hospital policies. They also coordinate daily operations, monitor quality metrics, and support patient education.