Polysomnographer - PRN

Polysomnographic Technologist

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Job Description

Provides polysomnographic testing to patients from newborn to 21 years of age consistent with accepted standards. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• 10 years of experience in polysomnography or a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pediatrics

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment
• If less than 10 years of experience, Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), with an active Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license from the State of Georgia

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational capabilities and communication skills
• Enthusiasm and willingness to work with others

Job Responsibilities

• Independently performs diagnostic polysomnographic testing and scoring in accordance with accepted national standards to patients from newborn to 21 years of age, integrating emotional, psychosocial, educational, and growth and development needs of the patient and family.
• Monitors and appropriately addresses the comprehension, understanding, and compliance of the patient and family with regard to treatment and testing.
• Identifies and corrects issues with testing technical quality.
• May assist with orientation of new staff and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Respiratory