PD Polysomnographic Tech

Job Title: PD Polysomnographic Tech

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Sleep Lab

Req #: 0000253951

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $38.82 - $38.82 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Performs standard and complex polysomnographic recordings and monitors physiological phenomena throughout such procedures. Administers oxygen and nasal continuous positive airway pressure and employs ventilatory assist devices by established protocols. Performs special procedures such as multiple sleep latency testing.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
• Additional experience as an EEG Technician or Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS Certification required.
• One to three years previous experience in hospital-based or freestanding Sleep Center.
• Scoring experience required. Knowledge of AASM Standards.

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• RPSGT certification in New Jersey.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Per Diem
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to all protocols, policies and procedures per the Department Policy and Procedure Manual
• Assesses and interprets patient status in order to identify and provide appropriate care based on the assessment and specific needs identified
• Assists in orientation of new staff members. Assists students as needed. Provides appropriate in-service to physicians, nurses, and clinical associates as required.
• Attends at least 50% of scheduled staff meetings.
• Correctly documents all therapy given according to Department policy. Correctly completes all patient records and documentation including patient assessment and patient education.
• Correctly performs physiologic calibrations and effectively performs troubleshooting procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to choose montages best suited for patients based on protocol, policy and procedure.
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.
• Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records.
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors.
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer