What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Registered Polysomnographic Tech-Sleep Lab Days position at The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH)?
Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: 6:30a- 5p; x4 10hr shifts/week
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary
Under the general supervision of the medical director or designee, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. Performs the duties defined for a sleep technician and provides guidance to other sleep center staff. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications
Required: High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam. Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one of the following:
Biweekly Hours: 80.00
Shift: 6:30a- 5p; x4 10hr shifts/week
The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.
Summary
Under the general supervision of the medical director or designee, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and out of center sleep testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. Performs the duties defined for a sleep technician and provides guidance to other sleep center staff. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Qualifications
Required: High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam. Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds one of the following:
- Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) credential.
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential.
- Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential. Professional experience – possesses one of the following:
- 5 years of sleep lab work experience as a Registered Polysomnographic Tech while holding any of the three nationally recognized certifications (RST, RPSGT, or SDS).
- 5 years of combined work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and as a Registered Polysomnographic Tech, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant sleep lab experience while holding any of the three nationally recognized certifications (RST, RPSGT, or SDS). Meets continuing education requirements as established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 days of hire. Reliable transportation to travel to any assigned MetroHealth Sleep Center. Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of products, including Word and Excel. Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required. May need to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to see computer monitor and departmental documents.