What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Polysomnographic Technologist position at LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM?
Job Details
Description
***$2,500 RETENTION BONUS FOR NEW, PART-TIME HIRE***
About Lakewood
Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the third year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.
About the Unit/Department/Team
The Sleep Study Department is in a close working relationship with the medical staff, other members of the health administrative personnel, patients and patient families, and maintain a cooperative working relationship within their department and interdepartmentally.
Mission for Position
To provide individualized personal care to patients while preserving the patient’s rights and human dignity in a confidential manner, encouraging the patient to function at their highest level of ability.
Duties & Responsibilities OR Position Summary
Required job responsibilities are to gather patient information and orient patient to sleep the sleep lab. Must learn or have skills to prepare and calibrate equipment while following procedural protocols to perform the test as indicated. Must assist with scoring using the professionally accepted guidelines.
Position Type
This job is a part-time position with 12-hour night shifts. No weekends or holidays.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Successful completion of a polysomnography program, of no less than one year duration, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility, or a minimum of 6 months of experience as a Polysomnographic Trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies. Must maintain active Minnesota RN or LPN license or a Minnesota Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist.
Ideal Candidate
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Ability to problem solve and work independently
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Must be able to multi-task and prioritize duties
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Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers
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Must be a team player
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Computer knowledge and skills are needed
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Must work in a professional manner maintaining therapeutic boundaries with patients and families
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Must be able to meet the essential job functions of this role.
Benefits
Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!
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Generous Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off
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401K Match
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Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
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Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
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New in 2024 - employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!
With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!
Next Steps
Interested, but will the schedule work for you?
Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?
>>>Contact Sarah Baumgartner to discuss the possibilities further:
Sarah Baumgartner, Executive Director of Nursing
P: 218-894-8505
E: sarahbaumgartner@lakewoodhealthsystem.com
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