Polysomnography Tech II

About the role

The Polysomnography Technologist 2 coordinates Sleep Laboratory operations. They monitor quality, policies, procedures, staff, and equipment performance. They educate patients and families about sleep disorders and treatments, consult with referring physicians, and communicate study results and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs polysomnographic studies in a clinical setting, including oxygen and nasal continuous positive airway pressure titrations.
• Scores studies and formulates reports for physician interpretation.
• Documents all pertinent patient events according to department policy.
• Communicates instructions, results, and relative information to patients, physicians, and family members.
• Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on equipment. Troubleshoots and contacts manufacturers for repairs as needed.
• Cleans all equipment to ensure infection control.
• Consults regularly with the Medical Director regarding patient studies.
• Maintains standards for completeness of Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Control measurements.
• Orients and trains new Sleep Lab employees.
• Establishes and implements performance improvements including education and staff development.
• Communicates concerns and/or problems with possible solutions to the Department Manager or Director.
• Maintains a current and complete Policy and Procedure Manual.

Requirements

• Advanced expertise of Polysomnographic Care modalities, therapies, equipment and medications.
• Able to read, write and follow flow chart protocols as appropriate.
• Able to communicate thoughts clearly; both orally and in writing.
• Able to work under stressful conditions.
• Able to think critically and solve problems.
• Able to follow established safety, infection control, and isolation procedures at all times.
• Able to proportion multiple demands and respond to time constraints.
• Able to maintain and troubleshoot audio and video equipment.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning and email.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience: 2 Years of Experience.
• Certification/License/Registration: Polysomnography Tech (POLYTECH), Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or CPR Required.