Polysomnographic Technologist The Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the clinical director to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. The Polysomnographic Technologist may provide oversight during testing/scoring and training of other staff. Education Qualifications Associate's Degree Graduate of an accredited educational program with an associate degree in a health care related field, preferably in respiratory, electroneurodiagnostics or polysomnography. One year experience in polysomnography in an accredited sleep facility can be substituted for education. Required Experience Qualifications 1 year Experience in polysomnography in an accredited sleep facility. Graduation from an accredited educational program with an associate degree in a health care related field can be substituted for experience. Required
Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrate effective written and spoken communications skills. (Required proficiency) Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications:
Sleep Technology Registry in sleep technology by one of the following organizations:
- The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists-RPSGT
- The American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)-RST
- The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)-RRT-SDS, CRT-SDS
- An equivalent examination accepted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.
What You Will Do:
Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet patient-specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history), and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols. Complete and verify documentation. Explain pre-testing, testing, and post-testing procedures to the patient. Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments if necessary. Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards. Perform appropriate physiologic calibrations to ensure proper signals and make adjustments if necessary. Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting. Follow procedural protocols [such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration etc.] to ensure collection of appropriate data. Follow "lights out" procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.). Follow "lights on" procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the data collection process (repeats the physiological and instrument calibrations and instructs the patient on completing questionnaires, etc.).Perform polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study-tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact-free and make adjustments, if necessary. Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results. Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi-level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc).Score sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines. Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to center-specific protocols. Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data. Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions. Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues. Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance. Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment and education of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Respond to study participant's procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hearing: Continuously greater than 5 hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Working Conditions:- Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Combative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Infectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
