Gettysburg, PA, 17325, USA
1 day ago
Sleep Technologist Trainee - Gettysburg Sleep Center - Nights
Full Time (80 hours/biweekly) Shift: Nights (10 Hour shifts) **General Summary** Under the direction of a registered sleep technologist, performs a variety of tests related to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders according to established standards and practices. **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 according to AASM guidelines. + Provides summary analysis/reports of all polysomnographic studies for physician review. + Instructs patient in the home use of therapeutic devices. + Conducts self-learning modules in preparation for credentialing exam + Acquires clinical knowledge and skills to remain current to meet the unique needs of patients related to functional capacity, physical limitations, psychosocial needs and age/population related illnesses. + Completes all documentation necessary related to the testing process. This includes documentation in the medical record and diagnostic software + Attends required staff meetings and educational sessions **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). + Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department. + Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. **Qualifications** **Minimum Education:** + High School Diploma or GED Required + Associates Degree Preferred **Work Experience:** + Less than 1 year Required **Licenses:** + Heartsaver CPR/AED within 90 days Required and + Registered Polysomnographic Technologist within 3 years Required **Courses and Training:** + AASM Sleep Team Education Program (ASTEP) within 1 year Required **Benefits Offered:** + Comprehensive health benefits + Retirement savings plan + Paid time off (PTO) + Education assistance + Financial education and support, including DailyPay + Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/) **Quality of Life** Established in 1800, Adams County includes the borough of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Home to more than 100,000 residents, the town is a mecca for Civil War history buffs and visitors who come to tour the Gettysburg National Battlefield and Gettysburg National Military Park and see the annual Civil War reenactment. Also located here is Gettysburg College, which has a strong academic reputation in liberal arts. The county is steeped in heritage, and offers a peaceful, country atmosphere, yet is a convenient drive to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, MD and Harrisburg, PA. The area's diversity attracts a lively local music scene and is home to numerous restaurants and wineries, fresh-produce markets, a ski resort and more. Adams County residents can find local employment in health care, tourism, agriculture and manufacturing. (Patient population: 102,000) 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.
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