Posted 3d ago

Sleep Tech Non Certified-Sleep Center

@ Kettering Health
Miamisburg, Ohio, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Perform sleep studies, Score polysomnography, Troubleshoot equipment
Requirements Summary:High school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred. 6 months sleep study experience preferred. BLS certification required or obtainable after hire.
Technical Tools Mentioned:EPIC EMR, Sleep acquisition systems, Microsoft Office
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Outpatient Services l Miamisburg l Full-time l Nights

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.

The Non-Certified Sleep Technician performs and scores sleep studies under the direct supervision of a credentialed sleep technologist.  The Non-Certified Sleep Technician makes special preparation for unique or challenging patients and troubleshoots equipment and sensor problems to ensure a high-quality sleep study.  The Non-Certified Sleep Technician is expected to obtain the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within an agreed-upon time period once eligible.  Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Job Requirements 
Minimum Education
• Completion of high school or equivalent at minimum, Associate’s degree preferred.
• Successful completion of one of the following within the past 3 years as defined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists:
o CAAHEP or CoARC accredited polysomnography program
o STAR-designated Self-Study program
o STAR-designated Focused education
o STAR-designated Self-Study education AND a STAR-designated Focused 2 program


Minimum Work Experience
• 6 months experience performing sleep studies preferred.
Required Skills
• BLS required although it may be attained after hire.
Required Skills

• Ability to make clinical judgments while working under the supervision of a certified sleep technologist
• Good computer skills – Microsoft Office products and sleep acquisition systems
• Knowledgeable in the use and theory of sleep testing equipment including troubleshooting
• Personable and able to work well with patients, staff, leadership, and providers
• Knowledge of sleep disorders and treatments
 
Essential Functions 
• Follow Network and departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform and score polysomnograms, PAP titrations including ASV and AVAPS titrations, MSLTs, MWTs, and HSTs within the scope of their credential if applicable.
• Make special preparations for challenging or unique studies.
• Troubleshoot equipment and sensor problems.
• Utilize EPIC EMR for relevant scheduling, billing, and patient care activities.
• Interact with leadership and physicians as appropriate to coordinate patient care.