Sleep Technologist Position Available In Madison, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Sleep Technologist position at Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville, AL is a full-time role with benefits such as 401k, health, dental, and vision insurance. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders, performing polysomnography, and providing patient care and education. Qualifications include RPSGT certification and BCLS. Alabama-specific requirements apply. Email to apply.
Job Description
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Sleep Technologist
Job Details
Location
Huntsville, AL
Crestwood Medical Center
Hours
Full Time
Job Description
Sleep Technologist, Full Time Nights Crestwood
Benefits:
401k
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Certification Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Job Summary The Sleep Lab Technician is responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations and treatments of sleep disorders, which may include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services, or patient care and education. The Sleep Lab Technician works under general supervision and provides essential support to the Sleep Lab team, ensuring quality patient care and accurate data collection. Essential Functions
Collects, analyzes, and integrates patient data to determine specific testing parameters, working closely with the ordering physician or clinical director.
Prepares, calibrates, and adjusts sleep lab equipment as necessary to ensure proper functioning.
Applies electrodes and sensors per accepted standards, performs physiological calibrations, and conducts PAP mask fitting.
Conducts various tests following procedural protocols, such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), and oxygen titration, ensuring accurate data collection.
Monitors the quality of polysomnographic data acquisition, identifying and resolving artifacts to maintain signal integrity.
Documents sleep stages, clinical events, and significant occurrences during procedures to support scoring and interpretation.
Implements patient-specific therapeutic interventions, including PAP, bi-level PAP, and oxygen administration as appropriate.
Scores sleep stages and clinical events according to professional guidelines, generating accurate reports for physician review.
Provides age-specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of a diverse patient population.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in polysomnography or a related area of sleep study required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of polysomnographic techniques and diagnostic procedures.
Skill in analyzing physiological data and recognizing abnormalities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
Effective communication skills for patient interaction and data documentation.
Ability to work independently within the scope of the role, ensuring patient safety and data accuracy.
Licenses and Certifications
RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographer Technologist certification from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) required
BCLS – Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Alabama:
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) certification, or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)/Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) with Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) designation required within 6 months of hire. Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred.
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