Sleep Tech II - 3x12 Nights at Lurie Children's Hospital

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Sep, 26

Salary

46.6

Posted On

21 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Polysomnography, Sleep Scoring, Patient Monitoring, Equipment Calibration, AASM Standards, Clinical Data Analysis, Patient Education, CPR, BLS, Critical Thinking, Technical Troubleshooting, Precepting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Night (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description General Summary: A Polysomnographic Technologist II has passed examination and obtained an RPSGT credential by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) and/or R. EEG T., credential by ABRET The Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation. Performs all duties of Sleep Technologist I. This position performs comprehensive sleep testing analysis and associated interventions under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., and/or PH.D) or designee. Has the ability to complete administrative tasks as well as technical duties. Participates as educator and preceptor for new Polysomnographic technologist as well as trainees. This is a technical position with no supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to a Polysomnographic Technologist I. Essential Job Functions: Scores sleep/wake stages and scoring clinical events (such as respiratory events cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards. Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and applies policy. Maintain continuing education requirements for credential by reviewing literature and attending continuing education meeting and seminars. Inspect and maintain sleep study related equipment and inventory. Participate in the quality assurance program. Respond to sleep patients’ procedural-related inquires by providing appropriate education utilizing sleep center protocols. Calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment. Selects amplifier settings, obtains quality data, and analyzes data during recordings. Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact. Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.) Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Orients new Polysomnographic Technologists and participates as educator for internal Lurie Sleep Training program. Performs other job functions as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: High school diploma or GED required. RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) by Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) credential and/or R. EEG T (Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist)., by ABRET The Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation required. CCSH (Certification in Clinical Sleep Health) by Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) preferred. Two years of college or equivalents preferred, or 3-5 years of experience performing polysomnography is preferred. Current CPR or BLS certification required. Demonstrated effective written and spoken communication skills. Ability to move machines and patients weighing in excess of 25 pounds. Ability to comply with BRPT standards of Conduct. Education High School Diploma/GED (Required) (BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Pay Range $28.50-$46.60 Hourly At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive sleep testing analysis, score clinical events using AASM standards, and implement therapeutic interventions for patient safety. Act as an educator and preceptor for new technologists while maintaining sleep study equipment and quality assurance programs.