Description
SLEEP TECH
Chicago ENT's Sleep Technologists work closely with our Sleep Medicine Director to conduct overnight, daytime, or home sleep studies on patients with known or suspected sleep disorders. This will involve diagnostic and therapeutic services in conjunction with patient care and education. This role will report to the Lead Sleep Tech and will be at our Skokie, Peterson and St. Elizabeth locations.
WAGE of a Sleep Technologist
$25-$35hr, depending on experience.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES of a Sleep Technologist
- Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing.
- Determine that all instrumentation is functioning and adjust if necessary.
- Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standard.
- Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make adjustments if necessary.
- Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.
- Educate and assist patient throughout the night to ensure excellent patient care.
- Monitor & document throughout the night, preferably at a 30-minute interval, to ensure comprehensive and quality recording for ordering physician.
- Work professionally with team members.
- Perform Pediatric and Adult testing.
- Willingness to travel to selected facilities within the Chicagoland area.
- Other Duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS of a Sleep Technologist
Required
o Able to work and trouble-shoot independently
o Excellent customer service skills and an elevated level of professionalism
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
o Pediatric experience
o Multi-lingual, especially Spanish speaking
o One – Five years of clinical experience
o Versed on Natus/Embla/Sandman
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Registered Sleep Technologist (RPSGT/RST).
RPSGT Eligible candidates
o Required to pass exam within 3 months of hire
o The cost of the exam is covered by the employer if passed
o The cost of exam materials is split with the employer if passed
- CPR certified
- A valid driver's license is preferred.
WAGE of a Sleep Technologist
$25-$35/hr, depending on experience.
ENT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including medical/dental, life and disability coverage, generous vision benefits, a 401 (k) plan with a match, vacation time, and weekends and major holidays off.
All applicants should be aware that employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Failure to provide accurate information or pass these requirements may result in withdrawal of the employment offer.
