Sleep Technologist Job in Houston 77030, Texas US
Great opportunity For IT Certified Candidate to become a Sleep Technologist with a Sleep CENTER in the greater houston area
We are a sleep center with locations in The Texas Medical Center, The Woodlands, Conroe and Sugar Land. We are looking for top-talent to be trained as Sleep Technologist who will perform overnight polysomnography testing; which is a standard tool in Sleep Medicine for evaluating sleep-related pathophysiology, sleep architecture, and sleep integrity. A sleep technician helps patients feel comfortable during the technically driven process of a sleep study that is done in the sleep laboratory. Training is provided for individuals who have the appropriate qualities. Because of the IT functions involved in this job someone who is Microsoft Certified, Cisco Certified, etc. will be a GREAT candidate for this job.
Essential Job Functions
Clinical Knowledge Competence (after completing our training)
Must demonstrate clinical proficiency as it applies to patient care and must have the ability to carry out technical skills in a safe and efficient manner under the direction of the Medical Director, Nurse Practitioners and Operations Director. A Sleep Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions under direct supervision of a Sleep Technician or a Sleep Technologist. The practice of polysomnography requires thorough familiarity with and proficiency in the use of specialized instruments used to record a variety of parameters during sleep and wakefulness.
Domains of Practice
Gather and Analyze Patient Information
· Completing paperwork necessary for the sleep study.
· Explain the procedure and orient the patient to the sleep center.
· A sleep technician must have a good bedside manner to help patients during sleep studies and tests.
Testing Procedures
· Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning.
· Apply electrodes and sensors according to protocols.
· Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals.
· Follow specific procedures during the testing process.
· Perform Polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and make adjustments, if necessary.
· Document routine observations including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results.
· Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.)
· Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
· Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting and be familiar with the various types of masks utilized.
Service Management and Professional Issues
· Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
· Participate in equipment care and maintenance.
· Exhibit effective written and spoken communication skills.
· Express appropriate social skills.
· Demonstrate ability to follow directions.
· Ability to work independently while following company rules.
· Demonstrate leadership skills for future growth as a team leader or manager.
Required Qualifications
· Maintain current Healthcare Provider CPR certification. Employer can provide.
· High maturity level with ability to interact with physicians, staff and the general public with strong interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work the hours 6:30pm-6:30 am.
· Working on weekends.
· Travel required.
· Company policy requires that candidates with a criminal background or convictions will not be considered for employment.
· Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint), Adobe are encouraged. Applicants must be familiar with computers to a degree that they can function independently to perform basic computer tasks.
· Experience in using varied office equipment such as printers, scanners, etc.
· Previous record management is encouraged.
· Excellent reading, writing and communication skills.
Education/Licensure/Certifications
· High School diploma or the equivalent is required
Physical Demands
· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
· The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
· The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
· The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Sleep technicians may be required to stand on their feet for long hours
· In the performance of this job, the employee may be exposed to chemical vapors such as Alcohol and Disinfectants. There may also be skin contact with these substances as well as adhesives and pastes.
· The employee may also be exposed to infectious agents including blood-borne pathogens. Proper safety protocols, implemented by the center, are utilized for protection.
· A Sleep Technician performs comprehensive polysomnographic testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general oversight of the Medical Director, Technical Director and/or NPs and PAs.
Preferred Qualifications
· Secondary education (IT Degree, Microsoft Certified, Associated Degree, Bachelor’s Degree) plus 6 months of direct patient care experience or 1 year of postsecondary education. Other types of prior work experience may be considered but the candidate must be able to demonstrate prior experience in direct contact with others in a fashion that requires good communication skills.
· Bi-Lingual: English/Spanish
· Previous medical office experience.
BENEFITS
We offer a competitive benefit package that includes:
Paid time off for:
· Sickness
· Vacations
· Holidays
We offer excellent
· Health insurance
· Dental insurance
· Life Insurance
Parking at all facilities is free (or reimbursable)
Company undergoing rapid expansion and there is opportunity for team members who demonstrate leadership skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer with a diverse workforce
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered Veteran in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws. Our company complies with applicable Federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
Please send:
1. COVER LETTER as to why our posting appealed to you.
2. RESUME.
o Candidates who do not send Both items will not be considered for employment.
*All information sent and any future interviews etc. will be kept confidential.
