Sleep Tech Non-Registered-Sleep Center

Kettering Health • Kettering, OH

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About The Position

The Non-Certified Sleep Technician performs and scores sleep studies under the direct supervision of a credentialed sleep technologist. The Non-Certified Sleep Technician makes special preparation for unique or challenging patients and troubleshoots equipment and sensor problems to ensure a high-quality sleep study. The Non-Certified Sleep Technician is expected to obtain the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within an agreed-upon time period once eligible. Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements Minimum Education• Completion of high school or equivalent at minimum, Associate’s degree preferred.• Successful completion of one of the following within the past 3 years as defined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists:o CAAHEP or CoARC accredited polysomnography programo STAR-designated Self-Study programo STAR-designated Focused educationo STAR-designated Self-Study education AND a STAR-designated Focused 2 program
Minimum Work Experience• 6 months experience performing sleep studies preferred.Required Skills• BLS required although it may be attained after hire.Required Skills
• Ability to make clinical judgments while working under the supervision of a certified sleep technologist• Good computer skills – Microsoft Office products and sleep acquisition systems• Knowledgeable in the use and theory of sleep testing equipment including troubleshooting• Personable and able to work well with patients, staff, leadership, and providers
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

• Completion of high school or equivalent at minimum, Associate’s degree preferred.
• Successful completion of one of the following within the past 3 years as defined by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists:o CAAHEP or CoARC accredited polysomnography programo STAR-designated Self-Study programo STAR-designated Focused educationo STAR-designated Self-Study education AND a STAR-designated Focused 2 program
• BLS required although it may be attained after hire.
• Ability to make clinical judgments while working under the supervision of a certified sleep technologist
• Good computer skills – Microsoft Office products and sleep acquisition systems
• Knowledgeable in the use and theory of sleep testing equipment including troubleshooting
• Personable and able to work well with patients, staff, leadership, and providers

Nice To Haves

• 6 months experience performing sleep studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs and scores sleep studies under the direct supervision of a credentialed sleep technologist.
• Makes special preparation for unique or challenging patients
• Troubleshoots equipment and sensor problems to ensure a high-quality sleep study.
• Expected to obtain the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential within an agreed-upon time period once eligible.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED