Polysomnographer/Sleep Tech

Travel Polysomnographer/Sleep Tech

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Hospital in Alamogordo, NM

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Polysomnographer/Sleep Tech for a 13 week travel assignment in Alamogordo, NM. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a sleep technology program.
• One year of recent experience as a polysomnographer/sleep tech requiredValid Sleep Technician/Polysomnography license in compliance with state regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Sleep Technologist Certification (CPSGT or RPSGT)
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary:

A polysomnographer/sleep tech conducts diagnostic sleep studies to evaluate and manage patients with sleep disorders. They prepare equipment, educate patients on procedures, monitor and record sleep data, and assist in analyzing results to aid in diagnosis and treatment.

Essential Work Functions:

• Review patient history and verify orders
• Provide education to patient and/or family members for either in-center or at-home testing
• Follow procedural protocols to ensure collection of appropriate data
• Identify, correct, and document artifacts to maintain the integrity of the recorded data
• Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of results
• Implement appropriate interventions as necessary
• Assist with scoring sleep/wake stages and clinical events
• Follow sleep center policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of a Polysomnographer/Sleep Technician

Required Essential Skills:

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities – Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills – To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills – Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental Requirements – Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory – Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we’re always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Sleep Technician/Polysomnography with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer