Polysomnographic Technologist

About the Role

As a Polysomnographic Technologist at Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, you will play a vital role in our rehabilitation program. You'll be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating program activities to ensure organizational and client goals are met. This position involves program development, quality improvement, problem-solving, and driving productivity in a flexible, interdisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for patient arrival by setting up and preparing equipment for ordered tests.
• Interviews patients to determine sleep disorder issues and explains testing procedures.
• Performs testing and any additional testing required for noted sleep disorders.
• Scores, interprets, and reports results of sleep studies.
• Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources.
• Prepares, calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment required for testing.
• Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements.
• Maintains proper supplies to care for patients.

Qualifications

• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Valid and current Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

About Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167-bed Level III Trauma Center providing quality healthcare to Gallatin, Hendersonville, and surrounding areas for 65 years. Since opening in 1959, it has grown into a comprehensive healthcare leader with over 1,000 employees and 300 physicians. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, it is one of the largest non-government employers in Sumner County.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial and career growth: Tuition assistance for higher education and certifications, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.