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Citizens Medical Center

Sleep Technologist - (PRN)

Victoria, TX · On-site

$23.75 - $32.75/hr

Technicians and trainees work under the direct supervision of the sleep technologist or the medical director. Job Specific: Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up * Collect, analyze and integrate patient ...

Serta Simmons

Regional Truck Driver

Houston, TX

$1.3K - $1.8K/wk

Be Part of the Future of Sleep! At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company ... Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On Bonus (not available for Rehires or Trainees) Schedule: Full-time | 40-70 ...

Serta Simmons Bedding LLC

Regional Truck Driver

Houston, TX · On-site

$1.3K - $1.8K/wk

Be Part of the Future of Sleep! At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company ... Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On Bonus (not available for Rehires or Trainees) Schedule: Full-time | 40-70 ...

Children's Health

PSG Technologist

Dallas, TX

Perform the complete and final score of sleep studies that are performed by Trainees and Technicians, when necessary. Perform accurate and representative report generation for professional review.

Children's Health

PSG Technologist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Perform the complete and final score of sleep studies that are performed by Trainees and Technicians, when necessary. Perform accurate and representative report generation for professional review.

CHRISTUS Health

Physician - Neurology

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... sleep, and neuromuscular disorders. Job Duties Primary responsibilities include outpatient clinics and shared inpatient rotations with call, trainee education and clinical research. The Voelcker ...

CHRISTUS Health

Physician - Neurology

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... sleep, and neuromuscular disorders. Job Duties Primary responsibilities include outpatient clinics and shared inpatient rotations with call, trainee education and clinical research. The Voelcker ...

CHRISTUS Health

Urology Physician

San Antonio, TX

... sleep, and neuromuscular disorders. Job Duties Primary responsibilities include outpatient clinics and shared inpatient rotations with call, trainee education and clinical research. The Voelcker ...

CHRISTUS Health

Physician - Neurology

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... sleep, and neuromuscular disorders. Job Duties Primary responsibilities include outpatient clinics and shared inpatient rotations with call, trainee education and clinical research. The Voelcker ...

CHRISTUS Health

Physician - Neurology

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... sleep, and neuromuscular disorders. Job Duties Primary responsibilities include outpatient clinics and shared inpatient rotations with call, trainee education and clinical research. The Voelcker ...

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Is it worth becoming a sleep tech?

Sleep technicians, or sleep technologists, operate sleep study equipment to diagnose sleep disorders and typically need certification such as the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). The role offers steady employment opportunities, a specialized skill set, and the potential for career advancement in sleep medicine, with work often involving night shifts and patient interaction.

What is a sleep tech trainee?

A sleep tech trainee is an entry-level professional training to perform sleep studies and assist in diagnosing sleep disorders. The role involves operating diagnostic equipment, monitoring patients during sleep tests, and often requires certification or on-the-job training. Trainees typically work under supervision in sleep laboratories or clinics.

What is the difference between Sleep Trainee vs Sleep Technician?

AspectSleep TraineeSleep Technician
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but some training programs availableOften requires certification such as Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
Work EnvironmentTraining setting, supervised environment, learning phaseClinical sleep labs, hospitals, or sleep clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sleep studies, learning data collection, observing proceduresConducting sleep studies, monitoring patients, analyzing sleep data

In summary, a Sleep Trainee is in the learning phase, often without certification, working under supervision. A Sleep Technician is a trained professional with certifications, responsible for conducting sleep studies independently in clinical settings.

What qualifications do you need to be a sleep technologist?

To become a sleep technologist, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training or certification in sleep technology. Many states require certification from organizations like the American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM) or the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), and some employers prefer candidates with an associate or bachelor's degree in health sciences or a related field. Strong knowledge of sleep disorders, technical skills with sleep study equipment, and good communication abilities are also important.

Are there jobs that pay for sleeping?

Sleep trainees or sleep study assistants are roles where individuals help conduct sleep research or assist in sleep clinics, and they are typically paid for their work. These jobs may involve monitoring patients during sleep studies, using specialized equipment, and require knowledge of sleep health and safety protocols.
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Sleep Technologist - (PRN)

Sleep Technologist - (PRN)

Citizens Medical Center

Victoria, TX • On-site

$23.75 - $32.75/hr

Per diem

Posted 16 days ago

Citizens Medical Center (Texas) rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

916th of 1,051 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Sleep Technologist works under the general supervision of the Sleep Technologist Supervisor, the medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education. The Sleep Technologist is credentialed in sleep technology and is able to provide oversight of other sleep center staff. Technicians and trainees work under the direct supervision of the sleep technologist or the medical director.
Job Specific:
Sleep Study Preparation and Set-up
  1. Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
  2. Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
  3. Review the patient's history and verify the medical order. (EF)
  4. When patient arrives, verify identification, and collect documents. (EF)
  5. Explain the procedure and orient the patient for either in center or home sleep apnea testing. (EF)
  6. Provide age-appropriate patient education.
  7. Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments, if necessary. (EF)
  8. Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards. (EF)
  9. Perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization. (EF)

Sleep Study Procedures
  1. Follow procedural protocols [such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP and oxygen titration, etc.] to ensure collection of appropriate data. (EF)
  2. Perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments. (EF)
  3. Follow "lights out" procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.). (EF)
  4. Perform data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct and document artifact. (EF)
  5. Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results. (EF)
  6. Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.). (EF)
  7. Follow "lights on" procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (e.g. repeat the physiological and instrument calibrations and instruct the patient on completing questionnaires, checking for completeness, etc.). (EF)
  8. Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines. (EF)
  9. Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards. (EF)
  10. Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. (EF)
  11. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of applicable age groups.
  12. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform portable monitoring equipment preparation and data download.
  13. Perform patient education and instruction appropriate for home sleep apnea testing. (EF)
  14. Demonstrate adherence to cleaning and disinfection procedures. (EF)
  15. Monitor patient safety and adhere to patient safety protocols.
  16. Demonstrate adherence to AASM scoring parameters; identify artifact, inadequate signals and equipment failures and generate an accurate report.
  17. Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
  18. Respond to sleep patients' procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate education utilizing sleep center specific protocols.
  19. Participate in the quality assurance program.
  20. Inspect and maintain sleep study related equipment and inventory.
  21. Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide appropriate feedback to staff. (EF)
  22. Assist the medical director, clinical director and/or manager in all aspects of sleep center operations. (EF)

Hospital:
  1. Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
  2. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital's Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
  3. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital's Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
  4. Performs within professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:
  • Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Requirements
Educational Requirements:
Required: Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or Associates degree with an emphasis in sleep technology
OR
Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technician
AND
Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential
Special Skills and Abilities
Required: Effective computer skills appropriate to the position. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with a team, and with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
Licensure/Certification
Required: Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential; Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
COMPANY PROFILE
Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted "Best of the Best" hospital in Victoria for 14 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, with a newly renovated 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.
Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who actively demonstrate service excellence by exemplifying our iCare values. If you are someone who displays respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers while consistently upholding the hospital's commitment to providing outstanding outcomes, service excellence, and fiscal responsibility, then you could be a good fit for the CMC team!
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