Polysomnography Technologist bei Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

Polysomnography Technologist - Bethesda, MD (#R10146)

Location: Bethesda, MD
Employment Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate: $40/hour + $5 night shift differential

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and certified Sleep Technologist to provide comprehensive Polysomnography (Sleep Study) Management Support Services in support of the Sleep Medicine Clinics at a Military Medical Center. The selected candidate will play a key role in managing and delivering sleep study analysis directly to a Board-Certified Sleep Medicine Physician.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $40/hour base + $5/hour for night shift
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Sick days
• Health insurance
• Matching 401k
• Work Schedule:
• Night Shift Focus: 8:00 pm – 6:00 am (Mon-Fri) The majority of work is performed overnight to accommodate the patient sleep testing schedules.
• Day Shifts Occasionally: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (Mon-Fri)
• Professional Growth:
• Specialized training in military healthcare protocols
• Exposure to complex sleep pathology cases

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Sleep Technologist
• Prior experience working in medical facilities as a military contractor or in regulated environments (preferred)
• Technical Skills:
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of computerized sleep testing equipment
• Extensive experience in patient hook-up procedures, including the modified international 10/20 system and body lead application
• Ability to recognize and respond to equipment malfunctions and patient distress during testing.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, pull/push recording equipment for extended periods
• Capable of assisting in lifting and positioning patients
• Physically able to meet the demands of a night-shift role
• Medical Knowledge:
• Understanding of brain and respiratory system anatomy and physiology, especially as related to sleep disorders
• Familiarity with commonly used medications and their side effects, particularly in relation to sleep
• Ability to explain and document moderately complex information clearly
• Required Certifications: Polysomnography Certification:
• Certified by one of the following:
• Board of Registry in Polysomnographic Technology (BRPT) – RPSGT credential
• American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): Current certification required and must be maintained throughout the contract period
• Annual Tuberculosis Screening: Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) test required annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include preparing patients for both daytime and overnight sleep studies, monitoring and recording normal and abnormal sleep patterns, and utilizing medical and technical equipment to ensure accurate data collection.
• The role also involves scoring sleep studies and assisting with service administration, technical maintenance, and overall operational support of sleep diagnostic services within a Military Treatment Facility (MTF) environment.
• This position is critical to the delivery of high-quality sleep medicine and requires strict adherence to clinical protocols, technical accuracy, and professional standards.

How to Apply:

Ready to advance your sleep medicine career in a unique military setting? Submit your Resume/CV to [email protected] or call (800) 608-4025.

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