Polysomnography Technologist

(Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Polysomnographic Technologist - Polysomnography Technologist - Fort Belvoir, VA (#R10145)

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Employment Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate: $40|hour + $5 night shift differential

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and certified Sleep Technologist to provide comprehensive Polysomnography (Sleep Study) Management Support Services in support of the Sleep Medicine Clinics at a Military Medical Center. The selected candidate will play a key role in managing and delivering sleep study analysis directly to a Board-Certified Sleep Medicine Physician.

Why Join Us?

~ Competitive Compensation: $40|hour base + $5|hour for night shift
~ Comprehensive Benefits:
~ Sick days
~ Health insurance
~ Matching 401k
~ Work Schedule:
~ Night Shift Focus: 8:00 pm - 6:00 am (Mon-Fri) - the majority of work is performed overnight to accommodate patient sleep testing schedules
~ Day Shifts Occasionally: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri)
~ Professional Growth:
~ Specialized training in military healthcare protocols
~ Exposure to complex sleep pathology cases

Qualifications:

~ Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
~ Experience:
~ Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sleep Technologist
~ Prior experience working in medical facilities as a military contractor or in regulated environments (preferred)
~ Technical Skills:
~ Demonstrated proficiency in the application of computerized sleep testing equipment
~ Extensive experience in patient hook-up procedures, including the modified international 10|20 system and body lead application
~ Ability to recognize and respond to equipment malfunctions and patient distress during testing
~ Physical Requirements:
~ Ability to stand, stoop, bend, pull|push recording equipment for extended periods
~ Capable of assisting in lifting and positioning patients
~ Physically able to meet the demands of a night-shift role
~ Medical Knowledge:
~ Understanding of brain and respiratory system anatomy and physiology, especially as related to sleep disorders
~ Familiarity with commonly used medications and their side effects, particularly in relation to sleep
~ Ability to explain and document moderately complex information clearly
~ Required Certifications: Polysomnography Certification - certified by one of the following:
~ Board of Registry in Polysomnographic Technology (BRPT) - RPSGT credential
~ American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
~ Basic Life Support (BLS): Current certification required and must be maintained throughout the contract period
~ Annual Tuberculosis Screening: Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) test required annually

Key Responsibilities:

~ Prepare patients for both daytime and overnight sleep studies
~ Monitor and record normal and abnormal sleep patterns
~ Utilize medical and technical equipment to ensure accurate data collection
~ Score sleep studies and assist with service administration, technical maintenance, and overall operational support of sleep diagnostic services within a Military Treatment Facility (MTF) environment
~ Ensure strict adherence to clinical protocols, technical accuracy, and professional standards