Polysomnographer I

Minimum Education:

• Completion of a Registry Level Respiratory Care Program

• Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential (NBRC)

Minimum Work Experience:

• No prior experience required

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Texas Medical Board Respiratory Care License

• Annual renewal of National Board for Respiratory Care active status, subject to the Continuing Competency Program (CCP)

• Graduate Therapists must obtain CRT credentials and then test for RRT credential and NBRC Credential active status within 1 year of graduation. If RRT Credential is not obtained, the individual will be placed into a Respiratory Care Practitioner position until the RRT credential is obtained.

• BLS certification (must be completed before initiating patient contact)

• ACLS certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire)

• PALS or ENPC certification (to be completed within 6 months of hire)

• NRP certification (to be completed within 6 months of hire)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Proficient in inputting data into computer programs

• Ability to maintain work area according to OSHA and NIOSH standards

Designated Driver: No

OSHA Category: 1 - High Risk