Sleep Tech Trainee Sleep Disorders Center/Per Diem at CHRISTUS Health

Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Polysomnography, Clerical Skills, Computer Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Electronic Equipment Use, Handwriting, Telephone Skills, Patient Transfer Assistance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of an RPSGT performs polysomnograms/multiple sleep latency tests according to established standards and practices. Clerical duties in support of the above. Monitors and maintains technical equipment in order to ensure safe and accurate use Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:NM non registered Polysom tech license prior to hire. CPSGT (Certified Polysomnographic Technician) and eligible for BRPT registry preferred. BLS certification required. Must complete the AASM Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) within 12 months of hire, unless already completed. A minimum of 1638 hours of clinical experience that includes on-site polysomnography duties performed as direct patient recording and/or scoring completed within two years of hire. After completion of clinical and A-STEP requirements the candidate is eligible to take the BRPT registry exam. This exam must be taken and passed between year two and three of employment SKILLS: * Ability to perform polysom/MSLTs that meet CHRISTUS St. Vincent standards within 3 months * Basic clerical, office, computer and keyboarding skills * Good Telephone skills * Legible handwriting * Effective interpersonal skills * Ability to properly use electronic equipment * Ability to maintain composure under EXPERIENCE: No experience required. One-year experience in clinical or research laboratory human polysomnography preferred. Experience in respiratory therapy, EEG or nursing preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen Extended isolation in a confined area. Possible exposure to contagion and electric shock. Can be stressful; medical emergencies may arise. Routinely uses of toxic substance collation and acetone. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Excellent hand/eye coordination and finger dexterity. Long periods of standing and sitting (up to several hours). Requires close work, good vision (including full color vision). Lift 25 pounds waist high. Reach overhead. Good hearing. Frequent keyboarding/mouse using good ergonomic principles. Must be able to assist in patient transfer.

Responsibilities

The Sleep Tech Trainee will perform polysomnograms and multiple sleep latency tests under the supervision of an RPSGT. They will also handle clerical duties and maintain technical equipment to ensure safe and accurate use.