Sleep Technician (Full Time) - Newmarket, ON

At Medigas, the healthcare division of Linde Canada, Inc., you'll join talented and diverse people throughout Canada, all working hard to make a difference in our client's lives and make our organization successful. You will work to support, develop and implement challenging and meaningful client-focused programs and you will be trusted to take on responsibility early in your career. Our employees' contributions are valuable to our company, our clients, our communities and our shareholders.

Since the late 1960s, Medigas has been a leader in serving the Canadian healthcare market with the provision of home oxygen therapy, respiratory services, medical gases and related medical equipment. Everything we do is born out of our commitment to help people live better lives and to support the medical professionals who make it all possible.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com

At Medigas, every day is an opportunity: an opportunity to learn, to grow, to share success and to contribute to one of the world's leading industrial gas and engineering companies. Seize the opportunity: take your next step with us and join our team.

Sleep Technician (Full Time) - Newmarket, ON

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for performing polysomnography sleep studies (diagnostic or therapeutic) with patients that present with various sleep disorders. The technologist will have direct patient contact including explanation of the procedures, answering patient questions, setting up the patient for the procedure, resolving technical or equipment issues and overnight surveillance of the sleep study.

Key Accountabilities:

• Meet and Greet Patients.
• Educate patients as directed.
• Confirmation calls for upcoming patients.
• Ensure completion of patient Pre and Post Sleep Questionnaire, Patient Satisfaction Survey and overnight Technologist sheets.
• Ensure and document familiarity with Policies and procedures, Fire prevention and WHMIS manuals.
• Titrate CPAP, Bi-level and oral appliance
• Minimize disclosure of information to patients.
• Clean up - carefully put away leads/flow sensors/etc. Make beds in the morning.
• Scan tech observation, pre and post sleep questionnaire and requisition - send to administrative staff
• Train and educate less experienced staff.
• Keep BCLS up to date.
• Compile and document a minimum of 25 hours/year of sleep CME.
• Attend quarterly CME meetings and provide input and education to staff.
• Email administrative staff of any severe sleep apnea.
• Perform document scan checks as requested by Charge technologist for notify letters and accuracy of scans.
• Shift work and extended shift hours may be required

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum post-secondary education and experience in a relevant discipline such as (BSc in Sciences, BSc or BA in Psychology,
• Registered Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, College degree in Health Care, College Degree in Medical Technology, Registered EEG Technologist, Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist, Medical Degree)
• RPsgT certification or working towards certification
• BCLS certification

Experience:

• Preferably 1+ years of experience working in a sleep lab,
• Experience with computers, computer troubleshooting, Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
• Experience with Alice 6 software an asset.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials
• Computer literacy
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Able to work on rotating shifts and be available for overtime
• Punctual
• Complete safety assessments when required and document results

Linde has an extensive background check process which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background review, pre-employment medical, and may also include reference checks, employment and education verification.

Linde Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We will work with you to meet your needs.

We are committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.