What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Polysomnographic Tech - Sleep Center, Per Diem position at Catholic Medical Center?
Who you are:
As a Sleep Technologist, you'll play a vital role in conducting sleep studies, analyzing results, and supporting individuals with sleep disorders. Your compassion and strong problem-solving skills make a meaningful difference every day in enhancing our patient's lives!
What you'll do:
- Perform sleep studies in accordance with physician orders, including home sleep studies, and demonstrate proper usage to patients when necessary.
- Score sleep stages, identify sleep apnea, hypopnea, periodic limb movements, and recognize EEG and EKG abnormalities and artifacts.
- Apply and adjust CPAP therapy according to established procedures.
- Calibrate and maintain sleep monitoring equipment, including pulse oximeters, monitors, and defibrillators.
- Develop and maintain communication with physicians involved in ordering or interpreting tests.
- Conduct patient interviews, document relevant data for sleep study reports, and monitor blood pressure pre and post-study.
- Maintain accurate records of sleep studies and results following American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards.
What you bring:
- Certification as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist.
- New Grads welcome!
- One year of experience in sleep testing preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Ability to provide compassionate care tailored to diverse patient needs.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
- Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Flexibility to adapt to varied work schedules.
- Knowledge of sleep testing procedures and equipment.
- Enthusiasm for making a positive impact on patients' lives through quality sleep care.
Who we are:
Catholic Medical Center ("CMC") is a nonprofit, regional health system committed to delivering the highest quality and most advanced healthcare to patients across New Hampshire. CMC is the home of the nationally-renowned New England Heart & Vascular Institute, rated among the top cardiovascular programs in the country.
We are driven by our mission to offer health, healing, and hope to every individual who seeks our care, and we live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Commitment.
CMC is proud to be named to the Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers for two consecutive years. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista, Inc., and is based on 2.1 million employer recommendations from employees working for companies with more than 500 employees in the United States.
With our award-winning clinical programs, primary care network and dedication to community, CMC is fostering a healthier New Hampshire, every day.
Catholic Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and we embrace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
