Sleep Lab Technologist Outpatient Full Time Nights Sign on Bonus Eligible

About the role

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.

This is a full-time position at 36 hours per week located at our Grayslake Outpatient Clinic. The schedule for the position is Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6pm to 6:30am. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is being offered to eligible applicants.

Responsibilities

• Completes all required paperwork before study is performed, including consent, relevant patient history, questionnaires, etc.
• Clarify unclear or inappropriate orders.
• Complete billing information upon completion of procedure.
• Independently prepare equipment for monitoring by performing necessary calibrations, selecting filter settings, determining appropriate monitoring montage, and entering required patient information.
• Provide CPAP training by utilizing appropriate patient education materials.
• Prepare patients for study by accurately placing recording devices required for procedure.
• Utilizes International 10-20 system for EEG electrode placement.
• Record study by entering appropriate notations and clinical observations into computer system and on technician worksheet.
• Identify 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.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to medical problems and physiological events, especially cardiac dysrhythmias, respiratory events, and seizures.
• Recognize technically inadequate signals and initiate troubleshooting techniques.
• Obtain additional assistance as needed.
• Appropriately document barriers to resolution.
• Maintain monitoring equipment in clean and organized condition.
• Participate in departmental in-services and continuing education.
• Encourage teamwork through interdepartmental communication and constructive problem resolution.
• Provide training for new Sleep Technicians and student preceptors.
• Score sleep records according to department guidelines.

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.

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.

Pay

A $5,000 sign-on bonus is being offered to eligible applicants.

Schedule

The schedule for the position is Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 6pm to 6:30am.