CHRISTUS Health
Polysomnographic Technologist
CHRISTUS Health - Alamogordo, New Mexico, us, 88311
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Join Our Team as a Polysomnographic Technologist!
Summary:
As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional pulmonary care to patients of all ages, including critical, non-critical, and chronically ill individuals. Under the guidance of a physician, you will perform patient assessments and implement effective respiratory care plans in a variety of clinical settings.
Key Responsibilities:
Fulfill the standards of the OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Your responsibilities will encompass, but not be limited to:
Responding to emergencies (Code Blue and White);
Managing airways including nasotracheal and endotracheal suctioning;
Delivering aerosolized medications;
Setup and operation of ventilators;
Providing oral hygiene;
Placement and maintenance of airway retention devices;
Managing BiPAP and CPAP devices;
Administering oxygen delivery devices and monitoring therapies;
Performing chest film analysis;
Conducting blood gas collection and analysis;
Executing EKG analysis;
Ensuring accurate and complete documentation;
Maintaining cleanliness and stock of equipment and supplies;
Participating in CAP and JC surveys.
Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) may assume the role of Shift Leader or Team Leader.
Advanced practice duties may involve:
Managing therapeutic gases, including INO and HeO2;
Conducting pulmonary function testing;
Assisting in bronchoscopies;
Performing hemodynamic monitoring;
Analyzing waveforms;
Evaluating nocturnal SpO2 (Desaturation Studies);
Conducting polysomnography;
Performing transport duties.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills:
Refer to specific licensure and certification requirements.
Experience:
1 - 3 years of experience is preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
RT or RCP License in the state of employment is required.
BLS certification is required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by NBRC is necessary.
Work Schedule:
Varies Work Type:
Full Time We are committed to equality and inclusion in our workplace. For more information about your rights under the law, please inquire. Our organization is dedicated to accessible employment opportunities. If you need assistance with the application process or have questions about website accessibility, please reach out to us.
Varies Work Type:
Full Time We are committed to equality and inclusion in our workplace. For more information about your rights under the law, please inquire. Our organization is dedicated to accessible employment opportunities. If you need assistance with the application process or have questions about website accessibility, please reach out to us.