Polysomnographer Trainee (Cover letter REQUIRED)

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Polysomnographer Trainee develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnographic testing and associated interventions under the direct supervision of a Registered Polysomnographer.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of a polysomnographer.

• Demonstrates knowledge in the set-up and use of nasal CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, End Tidal CO2, Transcutaneous CO2, Home studies and oxygen.

• Acquires study data per department policies including the initiation of videotaping upon patient arrival.

• Scores all in lab and home studies according to the latest practice parameters.

• Handles lab chemicals with appropriate safety precautions to self and others. Documents on study per policy.

• Maintains neat and clean work area. Maintains logbook for all studies performed.

• Completes Interscorer Reliability by the 15th of each month.

• Performs confirmation calls. Correctly enters charges.

• Completes EPIC process to assign and end studies ensuring studies are assigned to the proper physician.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting up to 8 hours per day in 4-hour increments. Standing up to 4 hours per day in 2-hour increments. Walking up to 2 hours per day in 15-minute increments. Frequently uses fingers to manipulate small electrodes, syringes, etc. Continuous use of hands for writing, operating equipment, etc. Occasional twisting and turning of hands and body. Occasional lifting/carrying of objects up to 25 pounds. Occasional pushing/pulling of equipment/patients up to 450 pounds. Occasional stooping/bending and reaching above shoulder level. Rarely crouches or kneels. Ability to feel needed in placing electrodes. Hearing as it pertains to normal, high, and low frequencies. Seeing as it pertains to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Visual monotony.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or GED equivalent. 0 months to 1 year of polysomnographic experience.

New Jersey Candidates - Trainees working in NJ also require an active NJ Polysomnographic Trainee License. If not Registered after one year of training, will require an active NJ Polysomnographic Technician License.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Enrollment in A-Step Program. Trainees will be enrolled in the ASTEP Introductory class on the 1st day of work upon hire. Completion of A-Step modules within 6 months of completing the ASTEP introductory course.

Additional info:

Cover letter required for consideration

Program details

• 80-hour introductory course (8 AM - 4:30 PM) in the first 3 weeks

• Three trainee shifts per week, from 7 PM - 7 AM (3 nights a week, 12-hour shifts)

• Location varies by campus openings

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.