Polysomnographer Reg WMCG at Wellstar Health Systems in Augusta, Georgia

Lead Technologist

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Various (United States of America)

Job Summary: The Lead Technologist working under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Sleep Services and the direct supervision of the sleep center Area Manager/Center Manager, will be responsible for maintaining night shift work schedules, troubleshooting technical and patient problems, as well as gather and analyze performance improvements initiatives. The lead technologist will have oversight of the Wellstar Sleep Centers and is responsible for productivity, discipline, and assuring that personnel are kept informed and are performing sleep services according to policies and procedures of the department. Consults with the Executive Director of Sleep Services, Area Managers, and physicians to provide high quality and consistency among the employees. Utilizes appropriate communications and human relations skills in day-to-day operations. The lead technologist will also perform daytime sleep studies and home sleep apnea tests as needed.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Sleep Study Procedures
• Lead Tech Duties
• Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up
• Service Management and Professional Issues

Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma General or GED General

Associates Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Accredited Program Other

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• NBRC-SDS - Sleep Disorders Specialist or RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer or RST - Reg Sleep Technologist

Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Education: Associate's degree or vocational training in sleep technology Required and Minimum 5 years experience in the field of sleep disorders in an AASM accredited sleep facility. Required and Management or supervisory experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills: Basic computer knowledge (preferred basic knowledge of Microsoft office); Experience to basic sleep equipment. Proficient in decision-making. Ability to communicate at all levels, including Physicians. Advanced trouble-shooting in sleep centers.

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