CHOC Children's
Polysomnographic Technologist I (Evenings)
CHOC Children's, Orange, California, United States, 92613
Polysomnographic Technologist I (Evenings)
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Polysomnographic Technologist I (Evenings)
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CHOC Children’s .
Work Shift Evening – 12hrs (United States of America)
Work Location Orange, California
Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. Our compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.
Job Summary The Polysomnographic Technologist I is responsible for performing a variety of sleep studies on infants and children to include calibrations, monitoring equipment set-up, and scoring based on the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Guidelines. The technologist processes all documentation to provide accurate information to the physician.
Pay Range Minimum $34.11 | Midpoint $45.21 | Maximum $56.28
Experience
Required: Minimum one (1) year of direct patient care experience in Sleep Disorders, EEG or Respiratory Therapy.
Preferred: Additional work experience in Respiratory Care and/or EEG Testing. Both digital and analog equipment experience preferred. BiPAP, oxygen titration, and ETCO₂ experience preferred.
Education
Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent and completion of Polysomnography workshops, courses, seminars, and/or comparable experience in an EEG/Respiratory and/or Sleep Disorders Laboratory.
Preferred: Associate Degree; some college coursework or allied health coursework with EEG or Sleep Laboratory experience.
Training
Required: License through the Medical Board of California.
Preferred: All technologists conducting sleep testing who are not registered by the ABSM, BRPT, or NBRC must be enrolled in or have completed the A‑STEP online Self‑Study Modules within two (2) years of enrollment. SDS certification is strongly advised within two years.
Specialized Skills
Required: Desire to work with children and their families, ability to communicate technical and/or clinical observations, accurately score records, set goals and judge results according to the highest standards, promote teamwork, and exceed customer expectations.
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish; proficient in the use and theory of all equipment relating to sleep diagnostic testing.
Licensure
Required: RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) with BRPT or board‑eligible. RPSGT must be obtained within one year of hire. Licensed with the Medical Board of California. Basic Life Support (BLS) and PEARS (Ped Emerg Assess Recog & Stabil) preferred within 90 days of hire.
Preferred: Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT).
Work Environments – Functional Demand Medium – High energy level. Lift and carry 40–50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150–200 lbs. Lateral transfer 150–200 lbs. (Patient).
Physical Activity Requirements Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, crouch/kneel/crawl, standing, talk or hear, taste or smell, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.
Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (floor to waist level): Constant 67%+, Frequent 36–66%, Occasional 0–35%; Lifting (waist level and above): Constant 67%+, Frequent 36–66%, Occasional 0–35%.
Sensory Requirements Color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.
Environment Requirements Airborne communicable disease, bloodborne pathogens, chemical, dust, particulates, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.
Non‑Discrimination Statement CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another opportunity.
If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.
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Polysomnographic Technologist I (Evenings)
role at
CHOC Children’s .
Work Shift Evening – 12hrs (United States of America)
Work Location Orange, California
Why CHOC? At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. Our compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.
Job Summary The Polysomnographic Technologist I is responsible for performing a variety of sleep studies on infants and children to include calibrations, monitoring equipment set-up, and scoring based on the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Guidelines. The technologist processes all documentation to provide accurate information to the physician.
Pay Range Minimum $34.11 | Midpoint $45.21 | Maximum $56.28
Experience
Required: Minimum one (1) year of direct patient care experience in Sleep Disorders, EEG or Respiratory Therapy.
Preferred: Additional work experience in Respiratory Care and/or EEG Testing. Both digital and analog equipment experience preferred. BiPAP, oxygen titration, and ETCO₂ experience preferred.
Education
Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent and completion of Polysomnography workshops, courses, seminars, and/or comparable experience in an EEG/Respiratory and/or Sleep Disorders Laboratory.
Preferred: Associate Degree; some college coursework or allied health coursework with EEG or Sleep Laboratory experience.
Training
Required: License through the Medical Board of California.
Preferred: All technologists conducting sleep testing who are not registered by the ABSM, BRPT, or NBRC must be enrolled in or have completed the A‑STEP online Self‑Study Modules within two (2) years of enrollment. SDS certification is strongly advised within two years.
Specialized Skills
Required: Desire to work with children and their families, ability to communicate technical and/or clinical observations, accurately score records, set goals and judge results according to the highest standards, promote teamwork, and exceed customer expectations.
Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish; proficient in the use and theory of all equipment relating to sleep diagnostic testing.
Licensure
Required: RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) with BRPT or board‑eligible. RPSGT must be obtained within one year of hire. Licensed with the Medical Board of California. Basic Life Support (BLS) and PEARS (Ped Emerg Assess Recog & Stabil) preferred within 90 days of hire.
Preferred: Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT).
Work Environments – Functional Demand Medium – High energy level. Lift and carry 40–50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150–200 lbs. Lateral transfer 150–200 lbs. (Patient).
Physical Activity Requirements Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, crouch/kneel/crawl, standing, talk or hear, taste or smell, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.
Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (floor to waist level): Constant 67%+, Frequent 36–66%, Occasional 0–35%; Lifting (waist level and above): Constant 67%+, Frequent 36–66%, Occasional 0–35%.
Sensory Requirements Color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.
Environment Requirements Airborne communicable disease, bloodborne pathogens, chemical, dust, particulates, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.
Non‑Discrimination Statement CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another opportunity.
If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.
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