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The Sleep Lab Supervisor/Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) is responsible for conducting sleep studies and providing comprehensive evaluations and treatment of sleep disorders including in-center polysomnography, home sleep apnea testing (HSAT), CPAP titration, and patient education. The RPSGT works under the general supervision of a licensed physician and/or the Sleep Center Manager to perform diagnostic and therapeutic polysomnographic procedures.
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Location: Colonial Healthcare - Neurology, 385 W Wesmark Blvd, Sumter, SC 29150
Schedule: Night Shift on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesday 12-hour shifts
Primary Responsibilities:
- Pre-Study Preparation
- Verify physician orders and patient history
- Explain procedures and answer patient questions
- Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning
- Apply electrodes and sensors according to AASM standards
- Data Acquisition
- Perform sleep studies including polysomnography, MSLT (Multiple Sleep Latency Test), MWT (Maintenance of Wakefulness Test), and HSAT
- Monitor study throughout the night, ensuring patient safety and data integrity
- Recognize and respond appropriately to patient needs and equipment malfunctions
- Document routine observations including sleep stages, clinical events, and significant physiological changes
- Scoring and Data Analysis
- Score sleep studies in accordance with AASM scoring criteria and facility protocols
- Generate detailed reports for physician interpretation
- Maintain accurate patient records and data logs
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Administer CPAP, BiPAP, ASV, and other modalities as ordered
- Monitor and adjust therapeutic settings based on patient response and titration protocol
- Educate patients on the proper use and maintenance of sleep equipment
- Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Maintain compliance with all AASM, OSHA, HIPAA, and facility standards
- Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives
- Maintain RPSGT credential and complete required continuing education
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) as a RPSGT
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Solid understanding of sleep physiology and pathophysiology
- Proficient in the use of sleep study equipment and scoring software (e.g., Alice, Natus, Embla)
- Proven excellent communication and patient care skills
- Proven solid attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Ability to work independently and make quick decisions in emergent situations
Preferred Qualification:
- Associate's degree in a health science field
- 1+ years of experience in a sleep lab setting
Working Conditions:
- Night shifts
- Position may require standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
- Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases is possible
The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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