About this role
Job Description Summary
Under the oversight of the medical director or their designee, the sleep technologist conducts comprehensive assessments and treatments for sleep disorders. This includes in-center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, patient care, and education.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
PRN
Cost Center
CC000673 CHS - Sleep Center (Main)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-25
Scheduled Weekly Hours
12
Work Shift
Job Description
Under the oversight of the medical director or their designee, the sleep technologist conducts comprehensive assessments and treatments for sleep disorders. This includes in-center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, patient care, and education.
Additional Job Description
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Applicant should be registered in sleep technology. If not registered, minimum qualifications include graduation from a program approved by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) or a successor accrediting authority, OR eligible to take the advanced practitioner examination administered by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technology. This would include one of the five different pathways to eligibility: Clinical Experience, Healthcare Credential, CAAHEP/CoARC Student, Focused Training, and International Option. Successful completion of the Registered Polysomnographic Technology exam within 12 months of hire date is required.
· Minimum 1 year patient care experience.
· Analytical skills to address complex clinical problems related to sleep pathology and patient safety.
· Current Basic Life Support certification.
· Average 10 credits per year over the past 36 months.
· Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and communicate well with team members and patients.
· Flexibility in working hours to accommodate patient and departmental needs.
· Physical ability to monitor patients for extended periods, lift equipment and patients.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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