Polysomnographer 2

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Work Shift

Night

Work Day(s)

Variable

Shift Start Time

7:00 PM

Shift End Time

7:00 AM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

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Job Description

Provides polysomnographic testing to patients from newborn to 21 years of age consistent with accepted standards. Effectively and efficiently functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team that assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care services. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• 1 year of experience in polysomnography or a combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pediatrics

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment
• Must have: Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS),or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) certification within 24 months of employment
• Grandfathered clause: Continuous employment as a Polysomnographer at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta since 8/2007 in lieu of certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher within 30 days of employment
• Strong organizational capabilities and communication skills
• Enthusiasm and willingness to work with others

Job Responsibilities

• Independently performs diagnostic polysomnographic testing and scoring in accordance with accepted national standards to patients from newborn to 21 years of age, integrating emotional, psychosocial, educational, and growth and development needs of the patient and family.
• Monitors and appropriately addresses the comprehension, understanding, and compliance of the patient and family with regard to treatment and testing.
• Identifies and corrects issues with testing technical quality.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Respiratory