Polysomnographic Technologist

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Why Mount Carmel?

With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. 

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee recognition incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Why Columbus?

The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!

About the job:

The Polysomnographic Technologist - Registered is responsible for providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders to include: polysomnography, diagnostic or therapeutic services, patient care and education meeting standards put forth by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: patient preparation, testing, accuracy of documentation and record scoring, responding to emergencies, participates in maintaining of the sleep centers, trouble shooting and maintaining of equipment; oversees and performs complex procedures and therapeutic interventions; functions within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of the organization.

What you'll do:

• Clinical Practice: Prepares & calibrates testing equipment, prepares patient for testing, establishes and documents baseline values, follows polysomnographic testing procedures (MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration etc.) to ensure quality data acquisition, documents routine observations, including sleep stages, clinical events, changes in procedures and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretations of results; implements interventions necessary to ensure patient safety, modifies procedures to particular clinical circumstances, within center standards.
• Documentation: Gathers & analyzes patient information: accurately completes pre-testing, testing and post procedure documentation; scores sleep/wake stages utilizing professionally accepted guidelines; scores clinical events (respiratory, cardiac, limb movement, arousal etc.) generates accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical data events; scoring in accordance with 85% of the AASM Inter-scorer reliability QA Program's (ISR) Gold Standard;
• Communication and collaboration: establishes rapport with patients and ensures timely communicates of pertinent clinical information to members of the health care team; collaborates internally & externally to provide an optimal patient experience.
•  Performance Improvement / Data Management: In conjunction with Operations Coordinator, assists in collection, collation, & reporting of performance data; participates with the Sleep Center team to ensure regulatory compliance to achieve ASSM standards.
• Education and Outreach: Coordinates/facilitates patient/family education; promotes center and program development through outreach.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred with an emphasis in polysomnography. Alternative Polysomnography program (not less than 1 year) associated with a state licensed and/or nationally accredited educational facility with equivalent experience may be considered.
• Licensure / Certification: Certification as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience in a full-service sleep center preferred.
• Effective Communication Skills
• BLS - Healthcare Provider
• ACLS preferred
• Proficiency in the principles of Polysomnographic and electroencephalography

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Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.