Polysomnographic Technologist

Job SummaryProvides physicians and patients with support needed to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders and the promotion of good sleep.Essential Functions+ Performs diagnostic sleep testing, including but not limited to order interpretation, medication administration, patient hook-up and monitoring, BLS responsibility, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) initiation and titration, oxygen administration, and other related duties.+ Analyzes data collected during sleep testing, including but not limited to staging, calculation of appropriate indices, and other related activities.+ Documents findings / patient responses in a manner consistent with documentation guidelines.+ Maintains equipment for proper function and operation.+ Evaluates patients' and significant others' educational needs and develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies or makes appropriate referrals.+ Mentors polysomnographic technicians with regard to all aspects of sleep medicine. Validates ten percent of scoring performed by polysomnographic technicians.Qualifications+ Required High School Diploma or equivalent + CRT-Polysomnographic Technologist - BRPT Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Upon Hire required + CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required Or + CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required Physical Demands+ Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs+ Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs+ Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs+ Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 10 lbs+ Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs+ Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs+ Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs+ Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs+ Sitting: Occasionally+ Standing: Occasionally+ Walking: Occasionally+ Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom+ Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally+ Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom+ Squat: Seldom+ Driving: Seldom+ Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom+ Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom+ Handling: Occasionally+ Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom+ Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom+ Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally+ Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: SeldomPrimary LocationSITE - Hughes Professional Center - 4100 Lake Drive - Grand RapidsDepartment NameSleep Diagnostics Lab - Grand RapidsEmployment TypeFull timeShiftNight (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours36Hours of Work7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.Days WorkedWednesday, Thursday, FridaWeekend FrequencyVariable weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.