Mayo Clinic·Rochester, Minnesota
The assistant supports the Polysomnographic Technologist by preparing patients for sleep studies and ensuring their comfort and safety. They are responsible for applying electrodes and setting up monitoring equipment according to established laboratory procedures.
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Highlights Medical: Multiple plan options.
Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
Affordable plan with national network.
Pre-Tax
Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Supports the Polysomnographic Technologist at Mayo Clinic by preparing patients for polysomnographic studies and performing other tasks that are necessary for patient comfort and safety while the patient is being evaluated in the Center for Sleep Medicine Laboratory. Provides support to sleep laboratory staff by preparing patients for overnight sleep studies, applying and securing electrodes according to established procedures, promoting patient comfort and understanding of the testing process and assisting with the setup and connection of polysomnographic monitoring equipment at patients' bedtime.
• Establishing and maintaining Basic Life Support certification is required. Candidates who do not have current BLS certification at the time of hire will complete BLS training during department orientation.
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Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills. Basic Life Support certification is required, though training is provided during orientation if not already held.
Market context
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