Polysomnography Sleep Tech

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The polysomnographic technologist, under the direction of the supervisor and the Program Manager, prepares the patient, conducts overnight physiological studies polysomnograms (PSG), collects vital signs and other pertinent information to ensure proper interpretation by the physician/polysomnographer in accordance with established policies and procedures as assigned. Maintains vigilance in a non-stimulating environment and knows when to consult the supervisor physician regarding the patient's status. Attention to detail is critical since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. Under the direction of the Department head and the Medical Director, prepares the patient, conducts overnight physiologic studies-polysomnograms (PSG), collects pertinent information to ensure proper interpretation by the polysomnographer/physician in accordance with established policies and procedures as assigned. Knows when to consult the supervisor/physician regarding the patient's status.
• 1.1 When patient arrives, verify identification, collect documents and obtain consent for the study.
• 2. Follows Sleep Center established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to insure a safe and clean environment.
• 2.1 Recognizes and responds appropriately to patient's medical problems and physiological events, especially respiratory problems, seizures or cardiac dysrhythmias including notifying the Medical Director, activating emergency button for urgent help, calling a code if necessary and administering supplemental oxygen or basic cardiac life support until help arrives.
• 3. Collaboration with co-workers, physicians both within the hospital and the outside community.
• 3.1 Assists and supports a learning environment. Assists new staff with understanding patient equipment set-ups.
• 4. Displays committment to professional growth and development by regular attendance to department meetings and educational programs and orientation particiaption
• 4.1 Maintains CEUs needed to keep credential.
• 5. Maintains vigilance in a non-stimulating environment and knows when to consult the physician regarding the patient's status..
• 5.1 Attention to detail is critical since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist.
• 6. Equipment care and maintenance
• 6.1 Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
• 7. Follow HIPPA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
• 8. Attention to detail is critical since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist.
• 8.1 Knowledgeable about the rules and policies concerning MSLTs and MWTs.
• 9. Reviews existing information in the patient record, examines orders and protocols for study, recognizes sleep/wake or respiratory complaints, sleep patterns and potential need for treatment intervention during testing, collects pertinent patient information to insure proper interpretation by the physician and communicates with ordering physician or center/lab director to clarify unclear or inappropriate orders and communicates information about the patient's status
• 9.1 Examine orders and protocols for study.
• 10. Educate patients as need on study being performed

EDUCATION

HS diploma. Become registered within a year from acquiring eligible hours.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years in health care-related experience preferred. Successful completion of a sleep technology program, associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility. A minimum of six months of experience as a sleep trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies. In applying for position that involves pediatrics (1)

LICENSURE

Current credential as registered polysomnography technologist, LPN, or minimum of six months of experience as a sleep trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies. Maintain CEUs required as it relates to credential acquired or as directed by the department head

SPECIAL SKILLS

Has the ability to understand normal cardiorespiratory, neurologic, asleep/wake physiology.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Overnight as well as flexible shifts. Will have to commute to any of the sites as needed. If not registered in sleep by the BRPT, NBRC or AASM the training curriculum for qualification for exam will be completed by the employee within 7 months of hire. Passing the registry exam for sleep technologists will be completed within 13 months of hire. Each employee has a home base site but may be to work at any location as needed based on patient necessity. Ability to work with neonatal to adult population as required.