Sleep Techno Non Reg

Community Health Systems Inc

Foley, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Calibration, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Organizational Skills, Patient Safety, Polysomnography, Safety Process, Sleep Disorders, Technical Leadership, Tuition Fees, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Foley, AL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Shift: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Future Security: 401(k) with matching
  • Educational Tuition Assistance
  • Competitive Pay & Full Benefits - A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
  • Paid Time Off

Job Summary

The Sleep Technologist - Non Registered supports diagnostic sleep studies and related procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. This role prepares patients for studies, monitors sleep patterns, and collects data during sleep studies under the supervision of registered sleep technologists or other healthcare providers. The Sleep Technologist maintains equipment, documents findings accurately, and ensures patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

Essential Functions

  • Prepares and positions patients for sleep studies, explaining procedures and ensuring patient comfort.
  • Monitors and records patient physiological data, including brain waves, heart rate, breathing, and oxygen levels, throughout the study.
  • Assists with the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of polysomnography and other sleep-related equipment.
  • Maintains accurate and detailed documentation of patient data and observations during sleep studies.
  • Follows protocols for cleaning, storing, and maintaining equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
  • Responds to patient needs during studies, addressing any concerns to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
  • Communicates effectively with supervising technologists, physicians, and other healthcare team members to report findings and concerns.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 0-1 years of experience in a clinical or healthcare environment required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic knowledge of sleep study procedures and polysomnography equipment.
  • Attention to detail for accurate data collection and documentation.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients and provide a reassuring presence.
  • Ability to follow protocols and troubleshoot equipment under supervision.
  • Organizational skills to manage multiple patient cases and ensure data accuracy.

Licenses and Certifications

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required

INDRESPTHER

About the Company

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Community Health Systems Inc

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).

As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.chs.net/