Polysomnographer - Sleep Laboratory - Nights

PRN (As Needed) Nights, 6:00p-7:30a **General Summary** Performs a variety of tests and studies related to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders according to established standards and practices. **Duties and Responsibilities** **Essential Functions:** + Schedules, performs and evaluates the technical validity of overnight sleep studies, nocturnal pulse oximetry, and other related studies. + Sets up and applies polysomnographic monitoring devices, ensuring patient safety and accurate test results. + Provides summary analysis/reports of all polysomnographic studies for physician review. + Instructs patient in the home use of therapeutic devices. **Common Expectations:** + Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). + Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. + Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings. + Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. + Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department. + Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies. **Qualifications** **Minimum Education:** + High School Diploma or GED Required + Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training Preferred or + Associates Degree Preferred **Work Experience:** + 1 year Relevant experience. Required **Licenses:** + Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Upon Hire Required or + Registered Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Disorder Specialty Upon Hire Required and + Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest. WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital Working at WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital means being part of a vital tradition of service to our community. We maintain a challenging, energized work environment for our valued employees who exemplify our Core Values: Quality Service, Compassion, Respect, Professionalism, Integrity, Cooperation, and Creativity. Together, we commit to excellence every day as we strive to provide exceptional healthcare, accessible to all, in the safest and most compassionate atmosphere possible to build a healthy community. **Quality of Life** Located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, WellSpan Evangelical shares its picturesque, riverside home with Bucknell University-providing access to the arts, entertainment and sporting events while maintaining a small-town setting. The local school district ranks among the best in the state in academics, athletics and the arts. Despite its tranquil, rural setting, Lewisburg is just three hours from New York City and Philadelphia and four hours from Pittsburgh. The region is home to the majestic Susquehanna River. We are also surrounded by state parks, scenic country roads, abundant fishing streams and year-round recreational opportunities. The region also offers a number of land and water trails. Photo Courtesy Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau/VisitCentralPA.org WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.