Sleep Technologist Scorer

Sleep Technologist Scorer Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members. At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job – it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team. A Sleep Technologist Scorer works under the general supervision of the Sleep Center Manager, medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders including in center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and comprehensive patient care. The Sleep Technologist Scorer is responsible for accurately scoring sleep studies and analyzing physiological data to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. This role requires expertise in polysomnography techniques, proficiency in sleep staging and event scoring, and adherence to industry standards and protocols.

All scorers must maintain proper credentialing. Specifically, the scorer will either maintain one of the following credentials: RST, RPSGT, CPSGT, CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS, or score only under the supervision of one of the above and either be enrolled in or have completed a polysomnographic educational program outlined in the current version of the AASM's Facility Standards for Accreditation. Scorers will score each epoch of each PSG for sleep staging, arousals, respiratory events, and limb movement in accordance with the current version of AASM Scoring Manual. Computer-assisted scoring must be reviewed, epoch-by-epoch, and edited by scorers in compliance with the current version of AASM Scoring Manual. All scorers are required to participate in an AASM compliant Interscorer Reliability Program. All scoring will be performed in accordance with the recommendation and requirements set forth in the current version of AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated EventsSERVICE MANAGEMENT AND ESSENTIAL SKILLSComply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues. Maintain current CPR or BLS certification. Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate appropriate social skills. Demonstrate customer service skills. Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Demonstrate teamwork skills. Follow HIPAA and privacy policies. Demonstrate ability to follow direction. Adhere to sleep center policies and procedures. Participate in the quality assurance program. Review and evaluate sleep studies and provide appropriate feedback to staff. Comply with professional standards of conduct. Assist the medical director, clinical director and/or manager in all aspects of scoring operations. Review and evaluate Sleep studies to provide direct educational feedback to assist Coordinators

Education Preferred: 2 years college preferred.

Current credentials as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) in good standing through the Board of Registered Polysomnography Technologists. a RT or CRT Sleep Disorders Specialty as well as complying with all certification requirements. RPSGT, CPSGT, SDSCPR/BLS Certification Health Provider Position Specific Job License and/or Certification Required Certification by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, Certified Polysomnographic Technologists or a RT or CRT Sleep Disorders Specialty as well as complying with allcertification requirements. RPSGT, CPSGT, SDS

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues. Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation. Maintain current CPR or BLS certification. Demonstrate computer skills appropriate for the position. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate appropriate social skills.