Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered

Careers With Purpose

Sanford 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: 25th Minnesota Bldg
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1621 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: Night
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $26.00 - $38.50

Department Details

Join an AASM accredited sleep lab with a full complement of diagnostic testing options. The sleep lab services both pediatric and adult populations. The sleep lab is open Sunday-Thursday and closed on Holidays.

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

Polysomnographic Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing care to our patients. Come and join Sanford Health one of the largest and fastest growing not-for-profit health systems on our journey to be the premier rural health system in the United States! We’re seeking a compassionate, patient, and problem-solving Polysomnographic Technologist to join our talent team in this highly impactful role. What you will do:

Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.

Understanding the testing equipment, including it’s 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 Bonuses

Competitive Compensation

Salary Increases

Shift Differentials

Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers

Flexible shift options

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance options

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan

We are looking for employees who want to GROW THE GOOD with us. It takes all of us to make a difference.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, 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:

1. 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. OR

2. 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.

Benefits

Sanford 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 .

Sanford 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-0269502
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No