Allina Health Systems Buffalo , NY 14202
Posted 2 months ago
Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
May 22, 2024
Department:
40005350 Sleep Center
Shift:
Evening/Night (United States of America)
Shift Length:
12 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
0
Union Contract:
Non-Union
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Conducts the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders in patients. Responsible for assessments, diagnosis, treatments and education of patients with suspected sleep disorders under the direction of a physician.
Key Position Details:
Ideally looking for a candidate that can work 1 shift per week at least to cover for current LOA's
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
Polysomnographic testing, scoring and follow up
Applies electrodes, monitors accordingly, ensures artifact free recordings and documents values for any clinical event during testing.
Implements and titrates appropriate therapy per lab protocol.
Scores Polysomnograms, downloads/stores data and generates reports prior to follow up appointment.
Patient education and record management
Educate patient on sleep disorders, testing procedures and operation of sleep disorder devices.
Verify medical order/protocol, complete all technical paperwork.
Complete appropriate paperwork and billing procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Vocational or Technical Training in a polysomnography program with a state licensed and/or nationally accredited educational facility or, equivalent experience with documented proficiency in all required competencies of a Polysomnographic Technologist or, meets Board Registered Polysomnographic (BRPT) standards for a sleep technologist preferred
0 to 2 years polysomnography experience preferred and
0 to 2 years Strong knowledge of Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) devices preferred and
0 to 2 years Able to assess patients, apply critical thinking and determine appropriate interventions preferred
BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required Upon Hire
Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BPRT) Board Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BPRT) or, credentialed with Sleep Disorders Specialty from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire required and
Current license in allied health profession if applicable preferred
Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently
Allina Health Systems