A Sleep Laboratory Technician, also known as a polysomnographic technician, performs tests and collects data on patients with sleep disorders. Responsible for giving patients explanations of the impending sleep tests and procedures, preparing equipment for the procedures, recording activities and analyzing results - all while working under the advisement of a clinical director and/or sleep technologist.
Polysomnographic Technologist - Columbia, MO University of Missouri Health Care - 3.5 Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time $22.00 - $34.74 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Loan repayment program Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Diagnostic test interpretation Collaborate with healthcare professionals Diagnostic result interpretation Patient comfort Medical procedure preparation Experience working with individuals with sleep-wake disorders Calibration Medical equipment operation Sleep medicine Care documentation Mid-level Manual sleep test scoring Patient safety High school diploma or GED Psychological support for patients Clinical documentation Patient billing Cleaning Medical sleep equipment troubleshooting Patient interaction Sleep center experience 1 year Patient education Associate's degree Patient transport Patient emergency assistance Communication skills Sensors Patient preparation for neurodiagnostic procedures
Full Job Description Shift :
Multiple Shifts Available Day (with possible call and weekend rotation) Evening (with possible call and weekend rotation) Night (with possible call and weekend rotation)
Work Arrangement :
On-Site Department :
Adult and Pediatric Sleep Lab Compensation :
Base Pay Range:
$22.00 - $34.74 per hour, based on experience
Shift Differentials:
o Additional $2.00 per hour for evening shift o Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift o Additional $3.00 per hour for weekend shift
Retention Rewards:
Up to $15,000 o
Relocation Support:
Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away o Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000 o Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
Note :
Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.
ABOUT THE JOB MU
Health Care is looking for a dedicated Polysomnographic Technician to make a significant impact in our Sleep Disorder Center. As a Polysomnographic Technician, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing sleep disorders by performing and evaluating overnight polysomnograms. Operating complex medical equipment, you will record sleep and wake physiology, ensuring patient safety and comfort. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills to explain test procedures to patients and address their psychological needs throughout the study, ensuring high-quality results. Collaborating closely with medical professionals, you will record, score, and communicate sleep/wake outcomes, adapting techniques for optimal patient outcomes.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU
Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
Explain test procedures to patients prior to the studies and provide for psychological needs while in the sleep center to obtain quality test results. Differentiate the quality of procedure and patient cooperation for interpretive analysis. Record and score sleep/wake results. Communicate the patient's psychological status and environmental conditions during the procedure to the physician for consideration in interpreting test results. Adapt test methods and instrumentation to obtain optimal patient results. Clean, calibrate, and process sleep equipment and sensors. Report equipment and supply needs to leadership. Recognize medically emergent situations and take appropriate actions. Complete necessary documentation and billing. Perform limited office, secretarial, and patient transport duties. Meet all Patient Family Centered Care standards and patient experience goals. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired. One (1) year of sleep polysomnography experience or completion of a sleep program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a sleep program or an associate's degree in a science or health related field. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
