Polysomnographic Technologist Trainee - Non-Registered

Pay Range: The base pay range for this position is $29.47-$44.61 Hourly however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Job Title: Polysomnographic Technician Trainee – Non- Registered Work Schedule for this Position: Three 12-hour overnight shifts or day shifts Company Statement: Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community. Position Overview: A sleep trainee develops competency in and performs basic sleep testing procedures and associated interventions. The sleep trainee works under direct supervision of a sleep technician. A Day in the Life: Develop skills in collecting, analyzing, and integrating patient information to identify and meet the patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history). Develop skills in determining final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols. Learn to review pertinent information from the patient’s history and verify the medical order. Follow sleep center protocols related to the sleep study. When a patient arrives, verifies identification, collects documents and obtains consent for the study. Explain the procedure and orients of the patient for either in center or home sleep apnea testing (HSAT.) Provide age-appropriate patient education. Learn to select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing to determine proper functioning, and adjust, if necessary. Develop skills in the application of electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards. Learn to perform routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting and desensitization. Learn to 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. Learn to perform appropriate physiological calibrations to ensure proper signals and make required adjustments. About You! This Job is For You if You Have: High school diploma or GED, plus six months of direct patient care experience At least one year of postsecondary education in a related field. At least six months of direct patient care/ healthcare experience. Serious interest in pursuing a degree/certification in Polysomnography for a career. Maintain a current BLS certification. A Wow if You Have: Current enrollment in an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology. Experience in a sleep lab or running sleep studies. Company Perks: Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Services Discount and EAP Resources A Few More Important Points: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job. Disability Contacts: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources at Current Pullman Regional Employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Jobs Hub button.