Per Diem / PRN Polysomnographer - $23+ per hour
Company: Children's Health (Dallas)
Location: Dallas
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Children's Health (Dallas) is seeking a per diem / prn
Polysomnographer for a per diem / prn job in Dallas, Texas.Job
Description & Requirements
Job Title & Specialty Area: Sleep CenterDepartment: PSG Sleep
CenterLocation: DallasShift: PRNJob Type: OnsiteWhy Children's
Health?At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for
Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role
in achieving this goal.Through our cutting-edge treatments and
affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an
extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every
moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our
dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our
organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we
can make a significant difference in the lives of children and
contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Summary:A
Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision
of the Medical Director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee to provide
comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may
involve Polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or
patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technologist can
perform the duties of a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide
supervision of other staff.Responsibilities:* Polysomnographic
Procedures: Follow Department Operating Procedures and Procedural
Protocols to ensure the collection of appropriate data. Perform
data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure
signals are kept artifact-free. Perform sleep stage, arousal and
all clinical events scoring during data acquisition. Liberally
document observations and relative clinical events in order to
facilitate scoring and interpretation of results. Implement and
perform appropriate interventions such as in those necessary for
patient safety or PAP titrations. Remove electrodes and sensors and
appropriately clean according to Department Operating Procedures
for patient hookup and cleaning. Oversee and perform difficult and
unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions. Perform the
complete and final score of sleep studies that are performed by
Trainees and Technicians, when necessary. Perform accurate and
representative report generation for professional review.*
Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply
procedures and policies. Score studies when required. Prepare and
calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper
functioning. Apply electrodes and sensors according to Department
Operating Procedures for patient hookup. Perform appropriate
physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signal deflection and
recognition. During titration studies, perform routine positive
airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting and desensitization prior to
starting. Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in
order to identify and meet the patient-specific needs relating to
physical / mental limitations, current emotional / physiological
status regarding the testing procedure and pertinent medical /
social history, and to determine final testing parameters /
procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or Medical
Director or designee and department procedures and protocols.
Explain pre-testing, testing and post-testing procedures to the
patient and present caregivers.* Order equipment when needed.
Maintain refrigeration logs nightly. Complete clean sweeps and
NPSGs when requested. Work at Dallas and Legacy Sleep Centers as
needed to assist with nightly operations of Sleep Center.
Participate in the care and complex maintenance of all sleep
equipment. Participate in the inventory and ordering of medical
supplies. Participate in the organization and cleanliness of the
sleep disorder center. Help establish, evaluate and maintain
department operational procedures and protocols. Perform the
functions of a Lead Technologist as defined and needed by the
department.* Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as
outlined in the job description is an essential function of the
job.* Complete 50 CEUs required by the Board of Registered
Polysomnographic Technologists within a five year time frame,
averaging 10 CEUs per year.* Attend 80% of the required monthly
staff meetings and participates in team building exercises at each.
Attend quarterly meetings with Medical Director, Practice Manager
and Daytime Scoring Technologist to improve communication and
understanding of all policies and procedures; also to provide
professional insight during these meetings as to how to improve the
department. Participate in the scheduled department and / or
technical meetings and / or conferences. Participate in one or more
of the department Committees. Perform other duties and special
projects as assigned.WORK EXPERIENCE* At least 2 years job related
experience Preferred* At least 2 years experience as a Registered
Polysomnographic Technologist. PreferredEDUCATION* High school
diploma or equivalent RequiredLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS* Basic
Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life
Support Course Requirements Required* Current registry by the Board
of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT). Upon Hire
Required* Effective 11/12/2020, new employees must obtain PACES
certification within 6 months of hire* Existing employees must
obtain PACES certification by 7/1/2021. RequiredJOB PROFILE* Has
developed proficiency in a wide range of technical processes or
procedures through job-related training and considerable on-the-job
experience* Understands the roles of all immediate team members and
has a good understanding of how own team integrates with others*
Regularly provides guidance and support to more junior team members
on challenging technical problems; helps them balance their
workload and apply their technical skills* Provides solutions to
problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently
based on defined procedures and existing precedents* Impacts the
quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the team* Works within
defined processes but may develop an appropriate approach for new
assignments* Explains complex technical information in situations
that may be challenging with respect to controversial subject
matter or characteristics of the audienceMANAGEMENT SKILLS*
Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work
responsibilities or environment; adjust effectively to work within
new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.* Use
appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective
relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with
others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them
confidence in one's intentions.* Meet patient and patient family
needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction,
and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to
resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient
confidence.* Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving
force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement
service practices that meet customers' and own organization's
needs.* Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate
the accomplishment of work goals.* Identify and understand issues,
problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to
draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of
action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is
consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable
consequences.* Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take
action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.*
Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use
appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or
conflict between two or more people.* Effectively manage one's time
and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.*
Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how
small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately
checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of
time.* Set high standards of performance for self and others;
assume responsibility and accountability for successfully
completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of
excellence rather than having standards imposed.* Assimilate and
apply new job-related information in a timely manner.* Clearly
convey information and ideas through a variety of media to
individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and
helps them understand and retain the message.NON-MANAGEMENT SKILLS*
Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work
responsibilities or environment; adjust effectively to work within
new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.* Use
appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective
relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with
others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them
confidence in one's intentions.* Meet patient and patient family
needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction,
and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to
resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient
confidence.* Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving
force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement
service practices that meet customers' and own organization's
needs.* Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate
the accomplishment of work goals.* Identify and understand issues,
problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to
draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of
action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is
consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable
consequences.* Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take
action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.*
Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use
appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or
conflict between two or more people.* Effectively manage one's time
and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.*
Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how
small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately
checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of
time.* Set high standards of performance for self and others;
assume responsibility and accountability for successfully
completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of
excellence rather than having standards imposed.* Assimilate and
apply new job-related information in a timely manner.* Clearly
convey information and ideas through a variety of media to
individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and
helps them understand and retain the message.A Place Where You
BelongWe put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the
beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues.
We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating
meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping
and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place
where everyone can contribute.--Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care
for You:-- Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered
after 3 years.-- 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on
tenure-- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)-- Caregiver Leave--
Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement--As an equal opportunity
employChildren's Health (Dallas) Job ID #18976. Posted job title:
Psg Technologist PrnAbout Children's Health (Dallas)At Children's
Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children for 110
years, and generation to come. We recognize that their health plays
a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge
treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to
deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring
that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall
well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends
beyond our organization and encompasses the broader
community.Together, we can make a significant difference in the
lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future
for all.Benefits
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