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LEAD SLEEP TECH (RPSGT)/PULMONARY & SLEEP MEDICINCE- Days (M-F)

The Toledo Clinic · Sylvania, OH · 5 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time

General Summary

This is a dual role position. Manage clinical day studies and administrative protocols (including prior authorizations and patient triage) along with spearheading an in-house Durable Medical Equipment (DME) service.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform and oversee daytime sleep studies, including MSLT (Multiple Sleep Latency Test), MWT (Maintenance of Wakefulness Test), and PAP naps.

  • Responsible for reviewing performed sleep studies for sleep staging and respiratory event scoring accuracy.

  • Ensure all studies are performed according to AASM standards.

  • Score sleep studies (if applicable) and generate technical reports.

  • Prior Authorizations: Secure insurance authorizations for diagnostic sleep studies, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), and sleep-related medications.

  • Payer Communication: Handle communication with insurance providers to prevent denials and facilitate peer-to-peer reviews.

  • Patient Support: Assist with patient phone triage, answering clinical questions regarding testing, equipment, and compliance.

  • Lead the daily operations of the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) department.

  • Conduct CPAP/BIPAP set-ups, mask fittings, and patient education on equipment use and cleaning.

  • Monitor patient compliance and data downloads to ensure successful therapy adherence.

  • Manage DME inventory and supply ordering.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Required:

    • Previous experience in a sleep lab is required. 2 years of experience is strongly preferred.

    • Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT).

    • Adheres to CLIA and OSHA regulations.

    • Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.

    • Sets appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.

    • Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.

    • Adheres to all clinic policies and procedures.

    • Experience scoring sleep studies.

    • Previous experience working within a DME company or functioning as a DME provider is preferred.

    • Strong organizational skills, proficiency with EMR systems, and the ability to multitask between clinical and administrative duties.

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