The IWK Health Centre has an exciting new opportunity for a Polysomnographic Technologist as we embark on developing a brand-new sleep studies program at the Health Centre. The IWK is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in health care and health research for women, children, youth and families and is a tertiary level, university teaching centre serving the three maritime provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. The IWK Health Centre is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, which boasts a highly educated workforce, renowned arts and theatre communities, a variety of post-secondary education opportunities and one of the world’s great harbours. Halifax is home to many world-class restaurants, historical sites and events that contribute to the quality life of its residents.

Polysomnographic Technologist
Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Respiratory Team, Children’s Ambulatory Medical Care

Position Summary: 

Reporting to the Manager, Children’s Ambulatory Medical Care, the Polysomnographic Technologist is responsible to perform polysomnographic sleep studies in children experiencing sleep disorders. S/he provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders under medical supervision, including performing overnight polysomnograms as well as responding with appropriate interventions upon recognition of sleep pathology. The Polysomnographic Technologist functions as a member of the multidisciplinary Respiratory Team in meeting the needs of this patient population. During the first few years of our program development, the IWK will be working in partnership with members of the well-established, Adult Sleep Disorders Program at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre, and the IWK Polysomnographic Technologist will work approximately half-time with the QEII’s staff and the adult population served by their program. 

Hours of Work: Rotating 11.25 and 7.5 hours/shift, including nights/weekends.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Health Sciences Degree in a related health care field required.
• Current registration with the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) obtaining the designation of RPSGT, required.
• Current BCLS required.
• Current PALS preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a sleep studies setting required; previous experience with a pediatric population preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in polysomnographic testing techniques.
• Demonstrated competence in the analysis of pediatric PSTs and in providing appropriate interventions (e.g. CPAP, O2, ventilatory assistance devices).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently yet within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and time-management skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in a variety of computer software programs (e.g. MS Word, database management, email).
• Demonstrated commitment to on-going professional development.
• Competencies in other languages an asset. French preferred.

Salary: $23.3686 - $28.4524/Hour
Start Date: ASAP 
Competition Number: A4468-CB
Union Status: NSGEU (Health Care)
Closing Date: Open

Employees of the IWK Health Centre and members of the public are eligible to apply for this position.  

Qualified and interested candidates must submit a cover letter and current résumé, quoting the competition, by the closing date to:
 
Email: Human.Resources@iwk.nshealth.ca (*Quote competition # in subject line)
Mail or drop off: IWK Health Centre, Human Resources
5850/5980 University Avenue, PO Box 9700
Halifax, NS B3K 6R8
Ph: (902) 470-8012
Fax: (902) 470-6612
Website: www.iwk.nshealth.ca