Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Overview Responsible for performing overnight sleep studies on pediatric and adult patients. Responsibilities include equipment setup, patient preparation, and subsequent overnight monitoring. Implementation of hospital and departmental safety, infection control, and quality assurance measures are required. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Certifications: CPR certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required, or complete a CPR course to acquire CPR certification from the AHA within probation period. maintain AHA active CPR certification during employment. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Following completion of PSG Technician training checklist requirements, the PSG Tech must possess sufficient demonstrable technical knowledge and acquired competencies to work with intermittent supervision. Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Persons working in this position may be required to work alternate shifts (ex: nightshifts for sleep studies, dayshifts for MSLTs, etc.). Equipment Used: Polysomnographic recording instrumentation, PCs, accessory equipment. Preferred Education: Additional college level biological science coursework preferred. Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Health care work experience beneficial. Benefits From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. #J-18808-Ljbffr