Aiken Regional Medical Centers · 2 days ago
Sleep Tech - PRN Nights
Aiken, SC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expAiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273-bed acute care facility providing quality healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities. The Sleep Lab Tech performs comprehensive sleep testing and analysis under supervision, ensuring accurate data collection and patient care during sleep studies.
Health CareHospitalMedicalmHealthOncologyRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Accurately applies appropriate sensors and monitoring devices to the patient according to laboratory standards. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards
Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient’s record and family members to include any sleep disturbances. Explains test procedure(s) to patient and family members present
Performs polysomnograms according to standards of the laboratory: PSG with and without continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bi-directional positive airway pressure (BiPAP), multiple sleep latency test, split-night PSG
Determines and initiates appropriate treatment modalities/interventions per physician order/protocol
Recognizes artifact (patient or environmental). Documents, eliminates or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact
Facilitates high quality recording while supporting routine and emergency patient needs
Observes, monitors and documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record before, during and again after polysomnogram procedure according to laboratory standards
Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep patterns. Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep clinical events
Tabulates and analyzes the wake-sleep clinical event data
Generates an analysis summary to accurately reflect recorded and scored data
Assists Cardiopulmonary Services Director in the development and on-going review of policies, procedures and protocols for the Sleep Laboratory
Assists in the provision of public awareness education. Shares knowledge, skills and contributions willingly with associates
Assures current knowledge and competence through educational activities. Seeks clinical/technical experience relevant to role responsibilities
Knowledge of basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment including electrodes
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Knowledge of appropriate calibrations and how to make adjustments. Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and correct them or report to BioMed promptly
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, lab staff and other members of the healthcare team
Consults with various health care providers in a timely manner. Suggest appropriate referrals to assure continuity of care and timely interventions
Has a working knowledge of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities performed on patients of varying ages from adolescent thru geriatric
Provides effective education to patients and their family
Qualification
Required
High school graduate
Successful completion of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care, EEG, or related health sciences program with an emphasis in sleep technology
Non-respiratory care practitioners must show successful completion of A-STEP
RCP must hold current S.C. Respiratory Care Practitioner License
All others must complete A-Step program
BLS certification by the AHA required
Preferred
A minimum of 6 months experience performing sleep studies and CPAP/BiPAP titration preferred
RPSGT, CPSGT, or SDS credential preferred within 2 years of hire
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Retention Bonus Program if offered.
Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
Company
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
Located in Aiken, South Carolina, which was named 2018’s “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273 licensed-bed acute care facility that offers a comprehensive range of specialties and services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Merrifield
Chief Executive Officer
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