Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Polysomnographic Tech II
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago . Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting with the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location: Night shifts (United States of America) – Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
General Summary
A Polysomnographic Technologist II has passed examination and obtained an RPSGT credential by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Performs all duties of Sleep Technologist I. This position performs comprehensive sleep testing analysis and associated interventions under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., and/or Ph.D) or designee. Has the ability to complete administrative tasks as well as technical duties. Participates as educator and preceptor for new Polysomnographic technologists as well as trainees. This is a technical position with no supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to a Polysomnographic Technologist I.
Essential Job Functions
Scores sleep/wake stages and scoring clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards. Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Demonstrates critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Maintains continuing education requirements for credential by reviewing literature and attending continuing education meetings and seminars. Inspects and maintains sleep study related equipment and inventory. Participates in the quality assurance program. Responds to sleep patients’ procedural inquiries by providing appropriate education utilizing sleep center protocols. Calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment. Selects amplifier settings, obtains quality data, and analyzes data during recordings. Performs data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identifies, corrects and documents artifacts. Implements appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic interventions such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.). Performs job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to patients, families, co-workers and others. Orients new Polysomnographic Technologists and participates as educator for internal Lurie Sleep Training program. Performs other job functions as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High school diploma or GED required. RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) credential required by BRPT. CCSH (Certification in Clinical Sleep Health) by BRPT preferred. Two years of college or equivalents preferred, or 3-5 years of experience performing polysomnography preferred. Current CPR or BLS certification through American Heart Association required. Demonstrated effective written and spoken communication skills. Ability to move machines and patients weighing in excess of 25 pounds. Ability to comply with BRPT standards of Conduct.
Education
High School Diploma/GED (Required). BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
Pay Range
$28.50-$46.60 Hourly
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program and other behavioral health resources Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Equal Opportunity
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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Polysomnographic Tech II
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago . Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting with the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location: Night shifts (United States of America) – Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
General Summary
A Polysomnographic Technologist II has passed examination and obtained an RPSGT credential by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT). Performs all duties of Sleep Technologist I. This position performs comprehensive sleep testing analysis and associated interventions under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., and/or Ph.D) or designee. Has the ability to complete administrative tasks as well as technical duties. Participates as educator and preceptor for new Polysomnographic technologists as well as trainees. This is a technical position with no supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to a Polysomnographic Technologist I.
Essential Job Functions
Scores sleep/wake stages and scoring clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing AASM standards. Generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Demonstrates critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Maintains continuing education requirements for credential by reviewing literature and attending continuing education meetings and seminars. Inspects and maintains sleep study related equipment and inventory. Participates in the quality assurance program. Responds to sleep patients’ procedural inquiries by providing appropriate education utilizing sleep center protocols. Calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment. Selects amplifier settings, obtains quality data, and analyzes data during recordings. Performs data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identifies, corrects and documents artifacts. Implements appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic interventions such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.). Performs job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to patients, families, co-workers and others. Orients new Polysomnographic Technologists and participates as educator for internal Lurie Sleep Training program. Performs other job functions as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High school diploma or GED required. RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) credential required by BRPT. CCSH (Certification in Clinical Sleep Health) by BRPT preferred. Two years of college or equivalents preferred, or 3-5 years of experience performing polysomnography preferred. Current CPR or BLS certification through American Heart Association required. Demonstrated effective written and spoken communication skills. Ability to move machines and patients weighing in excess of 25 pounds. Ability to comply with BRPT standards of Conduct.
Education
High School Diploma/GED (Required). BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
Pay Range
$28.50-$46.60 Hourly
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program and other behavioral health resources Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Equal Opportunity
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org
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