Sleep Technologist (Paid Training Provided)
- BC, Canada
- British Columbia, Canada, Canada
Compensation: Starting training wage of $19/hour increasing to $21/hour after training, typically within two (2) months of your hire date · Full-time
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- Compensation: Starting training wage of $19/hour increasing to $21/hour after training, typically within two (2) months of your hire date
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Education
- High school diploma
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Start your healthcare career with paid training – no prior experience required!
At MedSleep, we’re hiring Sleep Technologists and providing paid, on the job training, to help your build a meaningful, long-term career in sleep medicine.
Why Join MedSleep?
As a Sleep Technologist, you’ll be responsible for the proper performance of all procedures relating to the accurate, safe operation of all diagnostic and therapeutic polysomnographic services provided by our clinics.
A typical shift includes:
We are a national Canadian company, growing since 2004, dedicated to helping people achieve better sleep through high-quality care. Our services include clinical consultation, diagnostic testing, and treatment for a wide range of sleep disorders. With paid on-the-job training and opportunities for continued growth, this is a meaningful career path - not just a job.
At MedSleep skilled, dedicated, enthusiastic employees are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building and nurturing a great place to work, learn, and develop. We are proud of our people and our company.
At MedSleep, we’re hiring Sleep Technologists and providing paid, on the job training, to help your build a meaningful, long-term career in sleep medicine.
Why Join MedSleep?
- Paid On-The-Job Training: You will receive 240 hours of hands-on paid training plus theoretical training and gain hands on patient care
- Compensation: Starting training wage of $19/hour increasing to $21/hour after training, typically within two (2) months of your hire date
- Work-life Flexibility: Enjoy a condensed work week, with just three (3) to four (4) overnight shifts per week, giving you more days off
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability coverage
- Group RRSP Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for career growth: We offer training and professional development to prepare you in becoming a certified Sleep Technologist (RPSGT)
- Supportive Work Culture: We are proud of our people and everyone on the team counts, all working together to achieve the best patient care
- Watch these videos to see what the role involves:
- https://vimeo.com/278547910
- http://medsleep.com/psgvideo
As a Sleep Technologist, you’ll be responsible for the proper performance of all procedures relating to the accurate, safe operation of all diagnostic and therapeutic polysomnographic services provided by our clinics.
A typical shift includes:
- Applying electrodes and sensors onto patients to monitor their brain waves, breathing patterns, heart rhythms, and eye movements during sleep;
- Operate, monitor, maintain and test a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment;
- Operate and monitor respiratory equipment to administer treatments such as oxygen supplement;
- Ensure that the equipment, instruments, and space used are thoroughly cleaned and maintained;
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all procedures and test results;
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols;
- Provide patient education on proper sleep hygiene and use of equipment;
- Monitor patients throughout the night and make adjustments to equipment as necessary;
- Ensure quality collections of data for physician review and gain an understanding in how to respond to specific technical findings.
- This role will require six (6) weeks of training at our Prince George, BC clinic
- BSc (Sciences) BA in Psychology, Biology, Neuroscience, or an Allied Health care professional is preferred but not required. High School Diploma of equivalent (GED) required.
- Work fewer workdays, three (3) to four (4) overnight shifts per week, night shifts are ten and a half (10) hours per shift. Overnight shifts include weeknights and weekends; eligible candidates must be available to work these shifts.
- Shift timings are 8:30PM to 7:00AM
- Effective communication and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently in a clinical setting.
- Commitment to high-quality patient care.
- A clear Vulnerable Sector Check will be required prior to hire date.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification is required as a condition of employment. Candidates who do not currently hold valid certification may still apply but will be required to obtain certification prior to commencing independent overnight shifts.
We are a national Canadian company, growing since 2004, dedicated to helping people achieve better sleep through high-quality care. Our services include clinical consultation, diagnostic testing, and treatment for a wide range of sleep disorders. With paid on-the-job training and opportunities for continued growth, this is a meaningful career path - not just a job.
At MedSleep skilled, dedicated, enthusiastic employees are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to building and nurturing a great place to work, learn, and develop. We are proud of our people and our company.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic sleep-study procedures, including applying sensors, operating and maintaining equipment, monitoring patients overnight, and adjusting equipment as needed. Maintain accurate records and high-quality data, follow safety and regulatory requirements, educate patients, and prepare findings for physician review.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree in a relevant science or allied health field is preferred but not required. Candidates need effective communication and troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, availability for overnight shifts, a clear Vulnerable Sector Check, and valid First Aid and CPR certification before working independently.
Skills
- Patient Care
- Polysomnography
- Electrode And Sensor Application
- Diagnostic Equipment Operation
- Therapeutic Equipment Operation
- Respiratory Equipment Monitoring
- Patient Monitoring
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Clinical Recordkeeping
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Education
- Sleep Hygiene Education
- Data Quality Assurance
- Communication
- Independent Clinical Work
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Group RRSP Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid On-The-Job Training
- Professional Development
- Career Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Sleep Medicine
- Sleep Technologist
- Polysomnography
- Diagnostic Testing
- Therapeutic Services
- Patient Care
- Electrodes
- Sensors
- Brain Waves
- Breathing Patterns
- Heart Rhythms
- Eye Movements
- Respiratory Equipment
- Oxygen Supplementation
- Sleep Hygiene
- Patient Education
- Clinical Records
- Data Quality
- Physician Review
- Regulatory Standards
- Safety Protocols
- First Aid
- CPR
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- RPSGT