Sleep Tech
Company: Sovah Health - Danville
Location: Danville
Posted on: May 2, 2024
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Job Description:
SOVAH Health - Danville Who We Are: People are our passion and
purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not
just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital
with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center and Certified
Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site
for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners,
pharmacists, and physician assistants. Where We Are: From our
beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville
offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are
home to a thriving art and entertainment scene, numerous local
restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast
recreational opportunities. Why Choose Us: - Health (Medical,
Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees -
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for
full-time employees - Employee Assistance Program - mental,
physical, and financial wellness assistance - Tuition
Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - Professional
development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training - And
much more--- Position Summary: Sovah Danville is seeking a
full-time Polysomnographic Tech (Sleep Tech) who provides care for
patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment. A
Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision
of the clinical director (M.D., D.O., or PhD) or designee to
provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders.
This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic
services, or patient care and education. A Polysomnographic
Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic
Technician and may provide supervision of other staff. Prepare for
the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the
equipment for the ordered test. Drag Edit Delete Interview the
patient to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing
procedures. Drag Edit Delete Performs testing and any additional
testing required for a sleep disorder that is noted. Drag Edit
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Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community
support groups, and available resources. Drag Edit Delete Prepares,
calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment required for testing.
Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements. Drag Edit
Delete Maintains proper supplies to care for patients. Minimum
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion
of a program in Polysomnography required (or equivalent experience
as a Polysomnographic Technician). Drag Edit Delete Drag Edit
Delete; Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills,
decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and
take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete Required
Certifications/Licenses: Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart
Association required. Certification by the Board of Registered
Polysomnographic Technologists as a Registered Polysomnographic
Technologist or equivalent required. Registered Sleep Technologist
(RPSGT) required. Effective January 2016 All technologists must be
licensed with the VA Board of Medicine in Polysomnography Drag Edit
Delete Minimum Work Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of
experience preferred. EEOC Statement: SOVAH Health - Danville is
committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all
applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws
prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for
employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national
origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual
orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by
applicable federal, state or local law. Equal opportunity and
affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in
candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected
Veteran
Keywords: Sovah Health - Danville, Chapel Hill , Sleep Tech, Other , Danville, North Carolina
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