Polysomnographic Technologist, Registered (Straight Nights)

Facility: Bismarck Clinic
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 222 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA

About the role

Join a newer laboratory that offers a supportive team environment, schedule flexibility, and professional development opportunities. The lab provides and covers the cost of a virtual conference to support ongoing learning and growth. This is a full-time position (72 hours per pay period) working three 12-hour night shifts per week. Scheduled shifts are between Sunday and Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. No Friday or Saturday shifts are required, providing consistent weekends off. Position eligible for shift differentials.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality diagnostic polysomnographic (PSG), as well as titration, multiple sleep latency (MSLT), and Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT).
• Records and provides relevant and accurate data to physicians for diagnostic use in the treatment of patients with sleep/wake disorders.
• Performing either Sleep Study Procedures or Neurological Testing for all patient populations.
• Understands the testing equipment, including its structure, function, indications for use, physiological effect upon the patient, and basic maintenance/troubleshooting procedures.
• Monitors and documents appropriately in the medical record per facility guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards and accreditation.
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of the disease and pathological conditions encountered.
• Educates patients with prescribed therapies and sleep testing and follows up as needed.
• Acquires the ability to work with all age groups and those with growth and developmental needs of unique client populations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology, Respiratory Technology, or other medical specialty preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience in the Sleep Disorders field preferred.
• Possess knowledge of sleep disorders, electrical safety, with the skill to utilize computers for patient documentation and data gathering for patient care.
• If RRT, required to obtain RPSGT or Sleep Disorder Specialty (RRT-SDS) credential within 2 years of starting in role or must be enrolled in one of the following:
  • Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules. Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
  • Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.
• Working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed as a RRT or RPSGT.
• Obtain and maintain mandatory continuing education units (CEU) each year to maintain licensure and/or registry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 60 days of employment.

Pay

Salary Range: $25.00 - $38.50 per hour
Sign-on Bonus: $10,000 for 2 years

Schedule

• Full time, 36 hours per week (72 hours per pay period).
• Three 12-hour night shifts per week, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
• Scheduled shifts are between Sunday and Thursday.
• No Friday or Saturday shifts required, providing consistent weekends off.

Benefits

• Referral Bonuses
• Competitive Compensation
• Salary Increases
• Shift Differentials
• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Flexible shift options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan