Polysomnographic Technologist

Careers With PurposeSanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.Facility: Bismarck ClinicLocation: Bismarck, NDAddress: 222 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USAShift: 12 Hours - Night ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 36.00Salary Range: $25.00 - $38.50Pay Info: Sign-on Bonus Available- $10,000/ 2 yearsDepartment DetailsJoin a newer laboratory that offers a supportive team environment, schedule flexibility, and professional development opportunities. The lab provides and covers the cost of a virtual conference to support ongoing learning and growth. This is a full-time position (72 hours per pay period) working three 12-hour night shifts per week. Scheduled shifts are between Sunday and Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. No Friday or Saturday shifts are required, providing consistent weekends off. Position eligible for shift differentials!Job SummaryPerforms quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), and Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT) will be performed. Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders.What you will do:Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.Understanding the testing equipment, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.Monitor and document appropriately in medical record per facility guidelines.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.Possess a knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.Educating patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and following up as needed.Acquire the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.You Belong at Sanford:Referral BonusesCompetitive CompensationSalary IncreasesShift DifferentialsFamily atmosphere with friendly staff and providersFlexible shift optionsOpportunities for advancementExcellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance optionsHealth Savings AccountPaid Time OffCompany Matched 401K Retirement PlanQualificationsGraduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Technology or other medical specialty preferred. Minimum of two years of related work experience in Sleep Disorders field preferred. Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care. If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in one of the following:Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules. Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT. Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.BenefitsSanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.Req Number: R-0271892Job Function: Allied HealthFeatured: No