RPSGT-Day Sleep Technician

Richmond, VA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $30.00 - $38.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

employee discount

Flexible spending account

Employee Referral Program

Health Insurance

critical illness insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Vision Insurance

weekly pay

Job Description

Pulmonary Associates of Richmond (PAR) is a well-established healthcare provider that has been serving the greater Richmond community for 50 years since 1974. As a specialized medical practice, PAR focuses on pulmonary medicine, sleep disorders, and research, delivering high-quality patient care with a strong commitment to excellence and customer service. The organization prides itself on being a patient-centered practice, offering advanced care and innovative treatments for individuals with sleep and respiratory conditions. PAR operates multiple sleep center locations, including the Waterford and West Broad locations, and emphasizes a team-oriented work environment that encourages growth and professional development. The company offers competitive compensation, including a pay range of $30.00 to $38.00 an hour based on experience, alongside an attractive $6,000 sign-on bonus, with half the bonus paid at six months and the other half at one year of employment. Employees also benefit from weekly pay, making it a financially rewarding opportunity.

The RPSGT Day Sleep Technician role plays a crucial part within Pulmonary Associates of Richmond by providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders to patients. This full-time position requires a fully registered and certified Sleep Technician with an RPSGT credential and Virginia licensure. The technician will work across multiple PAR sleep centers, providing diagnostic testing, scoring sleep studies, educating patients on CPAP therapy, troubleshooting equipment, and coordinating home sleep studies. The role demands a high level of technical expertise, patient interaction, and attention to detail, as well as adaptability to work at any of the three PAR locations on short notice. The position also involves participation in ongoing education and compliance with strict privacy standards set by HIPAA as well as adherence to PAR's customer service standards. The Day Sleep Technician significantly contributes to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction through precise diagnostics and effective therapy administration, making it a vital role within the clinical team.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
RPSGT licensure
Virginia licensure
One year experience preferred
Ability to work full time
Strong communication skills
Ability to troubleshoot CPAP equipment
Familiarity with EMR software
Ability to instruct patients on therapy use
Willingness to work at multiple locations on short notice

Job Qualifications

RPSGT licensure
Virginia licensure
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience preferred
Equivalent education may be considered in lieu of experience

Job Duties

Score nighttime sleep studies including sleep and wake stages and clinical events according to accepted guidelines and clinic protocols and generate accurate reports by tabulating data
Educate patients about CPAP therapy and perform mask fittings
Perform download of CPAP machine data cards
Troubleshoot CPAP mask and machine problems and work with patient to find solution to increase compliance
Coordinate with DME company regarding patient’s CPAP machine including completing and faxing paperwork for initial set ups and writing and faxing RX for initial set ups and new equipment and assist with patient questions and equipment problems
Respond to voicemails and EMR messages within timeframe as set by PAR
Accurately document patient activity phone calls etc. in EMR
Coordinate home sleep studies by instructing patients on proper use of home sleep unit completing all paperwork and uploading completed studies for physician review
Fax sleep study results to referring physicians
Troubleshoot sleep software and equipment
Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory
Maintain cleanliness of lab by cleaning and disinfecting equipment
Communicate with night techs regarding patient needs questions etc.
Be willing and able to work at any of PAR’s three locations on a moment’s notice
Schedule appointments for patients to pick up Auto PAP machine for at-home Auto PAP titrations and instruct patients in the proper use of the machine and fit patients with CPAP masks
Perform in-lab diagnostic PSGs split-night studies and titration studies as needed
Perform actigraphy testing
Participate in AASM interscorer reliability program once a month
Obtain 10 CEUs per year based on anniversary date of employment
Adhere to Pulmonary Associates’ standards of excellent customer service to patients caregivers providers coworkers and those outside of Pulmonary Associates
Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures to protect patient privacy and security
Perform other duties as required by the providers manager or member of Administration