Registered Polysomnographer - Casual
North Ottawa Community Health System
Location
Grand Haven, MI | United States
Job description
General Definition and Scope of Job
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to; perform comprehensive testing, analysis, associated interventions, and related duties for sleep testing disorders and other functions as assigned.
JOB STATUS: Casual, 3rd shift (7p-7:30a) What are the Minimum Skills, Experience and Educational Requirements?- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Registered Polysomnographic Technician.
- Complete and thorough knowledge of procedures and techniques.
- Two or more years’ experience
- Proficient with Windows based computer software
- BLS required.
- Highly motivated, proven excellence in written and verbal communication, and customer service.
- Must complete an average of 10 CE’s a year to complete 30 CE’s in 3 years.
What are the Critical Demands of the Job?- Ability to handle frequent lifting and repositioning of patients and equipment, including sudden unpredictable situations that demand speed and dexterity.
- Overall vision is necessary, including color and depth perception, reading and close up work and a complete peripheral field of vision.
- Regular exposure to stressful situations
- Ability to communicate with patients in a less than awake state.
- Must be able to lift over 25 pounds.
- Must remain awake in a darkened environment for extended periods of time.
What Special Skills are needed?- Must have ability to maintain focus and professional composure.
- Must have ability to maintain a pleasant and professional demeanor at all times.
- Must be dependable and emotionally stable.
- Ability to work with all types and conditions of patients.
- Maintain good standing with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, obtain CEU’s and assure licensure is current.
What are the Working Conditions?- Works in a safe and pleasant environment.
- Unpredictable mealtimes. Breaks and lunches are scheduled around patient needs.
Trinity Health - Grand Haven is an 81-bed, acute care hospital located in Grand Haven, Michigan on the shores of Lake Michigan. We are a community health care system with a variety of inpatient, outpatient and support service. Affiliate organizations strengthen our seamless delivery of care, by transforming us into a health care delivery system.
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