Polysomnographic Technologist

Polysomnographic TechnologistShifts Available: NightsEmployment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)Hours: 6:30pm to 7:00amLocation: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MOWe are seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist, also referred to as a Sleep Technologist or Polysomnographer for our Sleep Laboratory in our hospital. A Sleep Technologist plays an important role in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders within our hospital. A Polysomnographic Tech's primary responsibility is to perform polysomnography, a type of sleep study that monitors various physiological parameters to assess sleep patterns, identify abnormalities, and support the diagnosis of sleep-related issues. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.ResponsibilitiesObtain the patient's medical history, especially regarding sleep habits, disorders, and current medications that might influence sleep patternsPerform overnight sleep studies by attaching sensors to patients and monitoring various physiological indicators during sleep, you may track brain activity (EEG), eye movements (EOG), heart rate (ECG), muscle activity (EMG), breathing patterns, oxygen levels and body movementsPrepare patients for sleep studies by explaining procedures, attaching sensors, and creat a comfortable environment for sleep, ensure that patients understand the process, helping reduce anxiety and discomfortUse advanced equipment to collect data, which helps identify disruptions in sleep, such as apnea (breathing interruptions), periodic limb movements, or other abnormalitiesUse specialized software to "score" different stages of sleep, including REM (rapid eye movement) and NREM (non-rapid eye movement), based on recorded dataIdentify irregularities, such as obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, or narcolepsy, which can then be reviewed by a sleep specialist for diagnosisMay administer CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) or BiPAP (Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure) during the study to determine effective pressure settings for patients who may need therapyQualificationsHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCertified Polysomnographic Technologist or Respiratory Therapist requiredCurrent BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain currentGraduate of an accredited polysomnography program or respiratory therapy program preferredEligible for registry through the BRPT preferredMinimum of 1 year technical experience working in a sleep lab/center preferredExperience scoring sleep studies preferredHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Competitive compensationMedical insurance benefit plan401KFull benefits at Prime Healthcare: StatusPer DiemShiftNightsEqual Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: