Job description

Persante Health Care is a nationally recognized leading provider of sleep center management services. We partner with hospitals, physician practices, and patients across the nation, with a legacy of expertise in sleep-related disorders spanning decades. Our commitment to the highest standards is evident in our prestigious accreditations from institutions like The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and The National Sleep Foundation.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Regional Clinical Manager and the Medical Director or the Medical Director’s designee, the Polysomnographic Technologist performs adult and pediatric sleep studies. Trainees and Technicians work under the guidance of a technologist. Responsibilities are to include:

• Explain testing procedures to patient
• Apply all recording and monitoring electrodes
• Recognize and eliminate artifacts within PSG
• Calibrate and troubleshoot all equipment as needed to maintain quality data
• Apply appropriate testing and therapies as ordered and according to protocol
• Train Polysomnographic new hires and trainees under guidelines set forth by Persante and associated accrediting agencies.

Qualifications:

• Certification Requirements: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).
• Licensure Requirements: Must hold a Connecticut (CT) state licensure.
• Experience: Prior experience in sleep medicine is preferred.
• Education: An Associate’s degree in Sleep Medicine is preferred.

Routine Work Hours

Although hours may vary depending on the needs of the company, the hours of the above duties are generally met in 10 or 12 hour shifts starting between the hours of 7-9 pm and ending by 8 am. Studies are performed seven days a week. The exact hours and days or nights of each employee is assigned individually and memorialized in the employment letter. Work hours may be altered at the discretion of the company. Such an agreement will be memorialized in writing by management and signed by the employee and an executive of the company.

Company Benefits:· Paid Time Off (PTO) , Paid Holidays , 401(k) with Company Matching Program , Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans , Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), Life Insurance Plan – Company Paid & Supplemental , Short Term Disability Plan – Company Paid , Long Term Disability Plan – Company Paid , Career Advancement Opportunities , Day and Night Opportunities for Technicians , Virtual Set-up Opportunities , Competitive Compensation Packages , Compensated Continued Education through our Accredited School, Sleep Tech Academy , Job Security