Registered Sleep Technologist-Sleep Disorders Center Full Time Nights 3rd shift Sign on Bonus Offered

About the role

The Registered Sleep Technologist at Northwestern Medicine's Sleep Disorders Center performs overnight polysomnograms, CPAP/Bi-PAP titrations, and scores sleep records. The position requires a RPSGT or Registered Respiratory Therapist certification, BLS CPR certification, and at least 12 months of sleep tech experience. Additional qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of training in electroneuro diagnostics, and familiarity with the International 10-20 system of electrode placement.

Responsibilities

• Completes all required paperwork before study is performed, including consent, relevant patient history, questionnaires, etc.
• Independently prepares equipment for monitoring by performing necessary calibrations, selecting filter settings, determining appropriate monitoring montage, and entering required patient information.
• Provides CPAP training by utilizing appropriate patient education materials.
• Prepares patients for study by accurately placing recording devices required for procedure. Utilizes International 10-20 system for EEG electrode placement.
• Records study by entering appropriate notations and clinical observations into computer system and on technician worksheet.
• Identifies abnormalities such as apneas, PLM’s, and other sleep disturbances. Seeks assistance to adjust recording technique to best enhance and provide a clearly interpretable record.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to medical problems and physiological events, especially cardiac dysrhythmias, respiratory events, and seizures.
• Maintains monitoring equipment in clean and organized condition.
• Participates in departmental in-services and continuing education.
• Encourages teamwork through interdepartmental communication and constructive problem resolution.
• Provides training for new Sleep Technicians and student preceptors.
• Scores sleep records according to department guidelines.
• Maintains registry in good standing by completing the necessary CEU requirements (10 CEs or equivalent per year) as established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
• Provides testing information, reassures, and prepares patients for their procedure.
• Provides assistance to all patients as needed.
• Requires interaction with patients of all ages (pediatric, adult, and geriatric).

Qualifications

• Certification by Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists, RPSGT or Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS CPR certified.
• High school diploma or equivalent, and completion of training program in electroneuro diagnostics.
• Knowledge of the International 10-20 system of electrode placement.
• Familiarity with personal computers.
• At minimum of 12 months prior sleep tech experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree or additional training in electroneuro diagnostics, anatomy, or successful completion of certification in allied health school.
• Prior sleep experience at a facility accredited by the AASM.
• At minimum of 18 months prior sleep tech experience.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check: Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.