polysomnographic tech

The Southwell Co.

<div><div>DEPARTMENT: SLEEP LAB
</div><div>F ACILITY: Sleep Center
</div><div>WORK TYPE: Full Time
</div><div>S HIFT: Nighttime<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>SUMMARY:
</b></div><div>The LPN/Polysomnographic Tech performs both the Licensed Practical Nurse and Polysomnographic Tech responsibilities and can function in either capacity as needed by the department. The LPN is responsible for delivering quality nursing care to a varied patient population, observing and documenting patient responses to care, and providing guidance and assistance to non-licensed staff in acute care setting. The LPN is accountable for the caliber of patient care performed by themselves, and the quality of customer service provided to patients, families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and other medical and non-medical persons. The Polysomnographic Technologist provides 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. Works within the Polysomnographic Technologist scope of practice to provide direct care to assigned patients. A Polysomnographic Technologist will serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and provide quality patient care.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>RESPONSIBILITIES:
</b></div><div>* Assures the timely assessment of the health status and need of patients with proper charting.
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<ul><li>Completes all documentation in chart prior to treatment by provider.
</li><li>Conducts reassessments on assigned patients (and documents) when the patient&rsquo;s status changes.
</li><li>Initiates orders as incorporated into plan of care.
</li><li>Completes nursing interventions and physician&rsquo;s orders in a timely manner.
</li><li>Accurately interprets, requests, and transcribes orders for medications, treatments, procedures, lab work, and other diagnostic procedures and consultants.
</li><li>Follows Nursing Practice Guidelines and policies related to medication administration.
</li><li>Accurately states patient&rsquo;s condition to coworkers at shift report, physician on rounds, and to other associates when required.
</li><li>Oversees all care on assigned patients, assuring a high caliber of patient care is provided.
</li><li>Follows hospital policies and standards of Nursing Care, Nursing Practice Guidelines, and provides care appropriate to patient age.
</li><li>Correctly and accurately recognizes respiratory or cardiac arrest and immediately beings CPR and calls 911.
</li><li>Reviews patient&rsquo;s and/or significant other&rsquo;s knowledge related to treatment; documents patient&rsquo;s/significant other&rsquo;s response/level of understanding.
</li><li>Assumes responsibility and accountability for individualized judgments and actions.
</li><li>Accurately performs point of care testing and other screenings.
</li><li>Demonstrates efficient, effective, and prompt responses to any unit/patient crisis situation.
</li><li>Protects patients&rsquo; rights by knocking before entering the room and properly draping patient prior to procedures.
</li><li>Provides service with respect for human dignity and the uniqueness of the patient unrestricted by consideration of socioeconomic status, personal attribute or the nature of health problems.
</li><li>Safeguards the patient&rsquo;s right to privacy by judiciously protecting information of a confidential nature.
</li><li>Protects patients&rsquo; valuables as directed in hospital policies and procedures.
</li><li>Follows policies related to information release, confidentiality, patient rights, chart access, and advance directives.
</li><li>Acts to safeguard the patient and the public when health care and safety are affected by the incompetent, unethical or illegal practice of any person.
</li><li>Completes Occurrence Reports on any activity deviating from the norm.
</li><li>Accepts responsibility to establish and maintain conditions conductive to high quality nursing care.
</li><li>Knows emergency codes (i.e., Code Red, Code Blue, etc.) and protocol for outside facilities.
</li><li>Maintains cleanliness in the unit area.
</li><li>Makes proper charge for procedures completed.
</li><li>Assumes responsibility and accountability for individualized judgements and actions.
</li><li>Insures patients information is correctly entered into Sleep Software.
</li><li>Performs appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and makes required adjustments.
</li><li>Performs data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free. Identify, correct, and document artifact.
</li><li>Scores sleep/wake stages &amp; clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.) utilizing American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards.
</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to handle confidential information with discretion for the patient, family, and/or coworkers.
</li><li>Maintains integrity of medical records.
</li><li>Participates in Hospital/Dept. goals related to Patient Satisfactions.
</li><li>Keeps supply bins stocked.
</li><li>Protects patient&rsquo;s rights by knocking before entering the room and by properly draping patients prior to a procedure.
</li><li>Attends all mandatory in-services.
</li><li>Reviews bulletin board and emails for updates.
</li><li>Attends 80% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes.
</li><li>Supports and adapts to progressive changes in work environment.
</li><li>Follows attendance/punctuality policies and procedures.
</li><li>Accepts and acts upon constructive criticism in order to improve abilities.
</li><li>Rotates to other departments/areas with a positive attitude.
</li><li>Helps co-workers when asked.
</li><li>Is flexible with scheduling.
</li><li>Completes all assigned task accurately and timely.
</li><li>Offers suggestions to supervisors on ways to improve operations of department and reduce costs.
</li><li>Careful not to waste supplies and ensures supplies remained stocked.
</li><li>Keeps abreast of pertinent federal, and state regulations and laws and Tift Regional Health System, Inc. (&ldquo;TRHS&rdquo;) policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
</li><li>Understands and adheres to: TRHS&rsquo; compliance standards as they appear in TRHS&rsquo;s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy; and HIPAA and TRHS policies regarding privacy and security of protected health information.
</li><li>Demonstrates the ability to perform tasks that meet the age-specific requirements of the persons, patients, vendors, and staff that the employee is charged to interact with as required by the position.
</li><li>Offers suggestions on ways to improve operations of department and reduce costs.
</li><li>Attends all mandatory education programs.
</li><li>Improves self-knowledge through voluntarily attending continuing education/certification classes.
</li><li>Maintains required competency levels as identified in written exams, skills checklists, skills labs, annual safety and health requirements as well as service excellence education hours requirements.
</li><li>Cross-trains in order to better assist co-workers and to provide maximum efficiency in the department.
</li><li>Volunteers/participates on hospital committees, functions, and department projects.
</li><li>Manages resources effectively.
</li><li>Reports equipment in need of repair in order to extend life of equipment and removes malfunctioning equipment out of service with timely reporting to the appropriate personnel.
</li><li>Makes good use of time so as to not create needless overtime.<br>
</li></ul></div><div></div><br>
<div><b>EDUCATION:
</b></div><div>* Diploma in Nursing - Practical Nurse<br>
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</div><div></div><div><b>CREDENTIALS:
</b></div><div>* LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE<br>
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</div><div></div><div><b>OTHER INFORMATION:
</b></div><div>Maintaining current Licensure as a LPN in the State of Georgia is required.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
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Will be trained on polysomnography and will be required to become credentialed as a Polysomnographic Tech
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Successful completion of EKG Fundamentals class within 90 days of hire is required.</div><br>
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<div><b>Southwell/Tift Regional Health System, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</b></div></div><div></div>

LPN Polysomnographic Tech - Sleep Lab

Southeast Hospital

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 The Certified Polysomnographic Technologist performs routine polysomnographic testing and related procedures under the supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist or physician. This role ensures accurate data collection, patient safety, and adherence to AASM standards while providing compassionate care and education to patients undergoing sleep studies.
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 High school diploma or equivalent is required.
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 Graduate of an accredited Polysomnography program is preferred.
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 Certified Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT); American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months of hire.
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Certified Polysomnographic Technologist

ProMedica

<div><p><b>Location:</b></p>
Defiance Regional Hospital<p><b>
Department:</b></p>
Sleep Center<p><b>
Weekly Hours:</b></p>
36<p><b>
Status:</b></p>
Full time<p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
Nights (United States of America)<p><b>
Sign On Bonus:</b></p>
Job Requisition Qualifies for Sign on Bonus<p><b>
Bonus Amount:</b></p>
$20,000<p></p><p><b>
Job Summary:</b></p><div><div><p><b>
$20,000 Sign on Bonus for external candidates with a 2 year commitment</b></p><p>
As a Polysomnographic Technologist, you will work with the clinical director to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may include polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b>
ACCOUNTABILITIES</b></p></div><div><p>
*All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise*</p></div><div><p>
1. Provides age-appropriate care to all children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients/clients/families served in a manner that embodies body, mind, and spirit.</p></div><div><p>
2. Employs critical thinking skills and sound judgment in all aspects of care. Makes modifications in patient care based on evaluation and continuing assessments.</p></div><div><p>
3. Performs all interventions/procedures within job scope and specific field of specialty in accordance with standards of care, policies &amp; procedures, regulatory guidelines, and role specific competencies specifically: Routine, non-routine, and complex recordings such as CPAP, Bi-level, split night studies, seizure studies, REM behavior studies, MSLT testing, scoring all records, routine PSG recordings &amp; Oxygen Titrations.</p></div><div><p>
4. Follows proper chain of command when issues/problems arise and demonstrates appropriate follow-through. Always displays professionalism and maintains patient confidentiality.</p></div><div><p>
5. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to promote a seamless patient care continuum.</p></div><div><p>
6. Initiates emergency care as necessary and maintains BCLS. Stays current in field of specialty by actively participating in continuing education and maintaining certifications and annual competencies. Acquires 10 CEU&rsquo;s per year or 50 CEU&rsquo;s over a period of 5 years. Actively participates in orienting new staff and contributes to the growth of others.</p></div><div><p>
7. Performs other duties as assigned.</p></div><div><p>
The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.</p></div><p></p><div><p><b><br>
REQUIREMENTS</b></p></div><div><ul><li><p>
High school diploma or equivalent</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
At least 12 months experience in Polysomnography</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
RPSGT &ndash; Registered Polysomnographic Technologist</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
BLS</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
If not Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, evidence of enrollment to obtain sleep credential. Must maintain registration. Registration may be obtained in one of the following ways:</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
Completes the A-Step online modules</p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p>
Completes a CAAHCP accredited Sleep Training ProgramC</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
Completes an Electro Neuro Diagnostic Program</p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>
Completes a Respiratory Therapy add-on Track for Sleep Technology</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><p><b>
ProMedica</b> is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.</p><p></p><p><b>
Benefits:</b></p><p></p><p>
We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It&rsquo;s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.</p><p></p><p>
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact <b>employment@promedica.org</b></p><p><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace</p></div>

Polysomn Tech – Defiance Hospital

Trinity Health

<b>Employment Type:</b><br>
Part time
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<b>Shift:</b><br>
Rotating Shift
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<b>Description:</b><br>
Sleep Disorder Center - RRT or RPSGT
<br><b>Schedule:</b> Per Diem, 12-hour shifts
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Specializes in the application of scientific knowledge and theory to practical clinical problems of respiratory care. Assumes primary clinical responsibility for all respiratory care modalities specific to his or her clinical area, including responsibility involved in supervision of students enrolled in respiratory care programs. The Respiratory Therapist may be required to exercise considerable independent clinical judgement in the respiratory care of patients under the direct or indirect supervision of a physician.
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<b>EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:</b><br>
Graduation from a CoARC accredited program in respiratory care with an associate's degree required. Bachelor's Degree desirable. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required and licensed by the State of New York.
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<b>OR:</b><br>
Polysom Technologist with associate degree in polysom with board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required.
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Participates in orientation as well as continuing education as mandated by the State of New York and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of practice expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.
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<b>SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</b><br>
BLS/CPR Certification within orientation period
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<b>WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:</b><br>
Clinical Setting. Exposure class I. Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions
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<b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</b><br>
<b>Medium work:</b> standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
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<b>MISSION STATEMENT:</b><br>
We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
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<b>VISION:</b><br>
To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.
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<b>CORE VALUES:</b><br>
In the spirit of goodStewardship,we heal by practicingJustice in fostering right relationships to promote common good,Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person,Excellencein expecting the best of ourselves and others;Integrityin being faithful to who we say we are.
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**Per Diem is offered a flat rate**
<br><b>Pay Range:</b> $35.60 - $53.70
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Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
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Our Commitment
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Per Diem Respiratory Therapist/Polysom Tech- Sleep Disorder Center

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Med Instr Tech (Registered Polysomn)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Polysomnography Sleep Lab Coordinator)

Bayview Physicians Group

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   Sleep Technologist
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   Bayview Physicians Group &ndash; Hampton Roads, VA
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   Company Overview
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  Bayview Physicians Group is a rapidly growing, outpatient multi-specialty medical group that believes the doctor-patient relationship is the cornerstone of quality healthcare. With over 900 team members across the Hampton Roads region, we are committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative work environment. We offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees and welcome applicants who value professionalism, teamwork, and compassionate patient care.
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   Position Summary
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  We are seeking a skilled and compassionate
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  to join our team. The Sleep Technologist works under the general supervision of the medical director or designee to perform comprehensive evaluations and treatments for sleep-related disorders. This includes both in-center and out-of-center sleep studies, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, patient education, and oversight of sleep center operations. Candidates must be credentialed and licensed in sleep technology.
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   Key Responsibilities
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   Sleep Study Preparation &amp; Setup
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    Review patient history, verify medical orders, and assess individual needs.
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    Determine and prepare testing parameters based on protocols and physician direction.
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    Educate and orient patients prior to sleep studies (in-center or at-home testing).
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    Calibrate and apply sensors/electrodes following industry standards.
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    Perform PAP interface fittings and desensitization procedures.
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   Sleep Study Monitoring &amp; Procedures
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    Conduct studies such as MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP titrations, and oxygen therapy.
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    Monitor and document physiological data, sleep stages, and clinical events.
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    Identify and correct artifacts to ensure high-quality data acquisition.
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    Score sleep/wake stages and events using AASM standards.
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    Generate accurate reports and summarize clinical data.
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    Administer interventions (e.g., oxygen, PAP) when needed.
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    Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan (neonatal to geriatric).
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   Out-of-Center Sleep Testing (OCST)
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    Prepare, instruct, and educate patients on home sleep testing equipment.
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    Download and interpret data, identifying artifacts or study failures.
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    Ensure adherence to AASM guidelines and infection control protocols.
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   Operational &amp; Administrative Duties
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    Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; track inventory.
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    Respond to patient inquiries and provide procedural education.
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    Adhere to HIPAA and infection control standards.
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    Support sleep center operations and quality assurance initiatives.
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    Collaborate with clinical staff and assist with training or feedback.
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    Uphold professional conduct and support a positive patient experience.
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   Qualifications
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    Current Virginia license in Polysomnographic Technology
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    Credentialed by a nationally recognized certification board with one of the following:
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      Registered Sleep Technologist (RST)
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      Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
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      Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS)
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    Valid CPR or BCLS certification
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    Proficiency with sleep study software and electronic documentation
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    Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
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    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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   Why Join Bayview?
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    Supportive, team-oriented environment
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    Commitment to career growth and clinical excellence
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    Competitive pay and full-time benefits package
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    Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care
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   Bayview Physicians Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the role. Duties and requirements may evolve based on organizational needs.
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