PD Polysomnographic Tech

Per Diem night shift position at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Sleep Lab in Livingston, NJ.

About the role

Performs standard and complex polysomnographic recordings and monitors physiological phenomena throughout such procedures. Administers oxygen and nasal continuous positive airway pressure and employs ventilatory assist devices by established protocols. Performs special procedures such as multiple sleep latency testing.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all protocols, policies and procedures per the Department Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Assesses and interprets patient status to identify and provide appropriate care based on the assessment and specific needs identified.
• Assists in orientation of new staff members and students as needed.
• Provides appropriate in-service to physicians, nurses, and clinical associates as required.
• Attends at least 50% of scheduled staff meetings.
• Correctly documents all therapy given according to Department policy, including patient assessment and patient education.
• Correctly completes all patient records and documentation.
• Performs physiologic calibrations and effectively troubleshoots procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to choose montages best suited for patients based on protocol, policy, and procedure.
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.
• Adheres to patient rights, including the confidential treatment of all communications and records.
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement to assess, measure, and improve organizational and department functions.

Requirements

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
• Additional experience as an EEG Technician or Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS Certification required.
• One to three years previous experience in hospital-based or freestanding Sleep Center.
• Scoring experience required.
• Knowledge of AASM Standards.
• RPSGT certification in New Jersey.

Pay

$38.82 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement Plans.
• Short & Long Term Disability.
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Programs.
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance).
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more.