Polysomnography Technologist - FT - Nights - MPG

About the Role

Provides care for patients undergoing sleep studies and sleep disorder treatment in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma, and Critical Care. Patients depend on our team for evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for the arrival of the patient by setting up and preparing the equipment for the ordered test.
• Interviews patient/parent to determine sleep disorder issues and to explain testing procedures.
• Prepares, calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains equipment required for testing.
• Determines and reports needed repairs and replacements.
• Scores, interprets, and reports results of sleep studies.
• Educates patients about test results, sleep disorders, community support groups, and available resources.
• Performs testing and any additional testing required for sleep disorders that are noted.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Accuracy
• Customer Service
• Organization Skills
• Patient and Family Centered Care
• Polysomnography Testing
• Problem Solving
• Responding to Change
• Standards of Behavior

Requirements

• Accredited Program: Sleep Technology (Required)
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
• Successful completion of a Board Registered Polysomnography (BRPT) pathway to meet the educational requirements for the Registered Technologist (RPSGT) exam is required. Can be Registered as a Sleep Technologist (RST), Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT), Certified Polysomnographic Technologist (CPSGT), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS).
• National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred.
• Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology OR Graduate of an accredited registered/professional respiratory therapy program OR Successful completion of a sleep technology program associated (A-STEP) with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility OR equivalent experience and documented proficiency for all competencies required of a sleep technician.

Additional Job Information

Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. One (1) year of experience preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping: 80%
• Climbing: 60%
• Keyboard Entry: 80%
• Kneeling: 80%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater: 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient: 80%
• Reaching: 80%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm: 80%
• Running: 60%
• Sitting: 80%
• Squatting: 80%
• Standing: 80%
• Walking: 80%
• Audible Speech: 80%
• Hearing Acuity: 80%
• Depth Perception: 80%
• Distinguish Color: 80%
• Seeing - Far: 80%
• Seeing - Near: 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste: 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory: 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion: 80%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids: 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens: 80%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals: 60%
• Dust: 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes: 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals: 60%
• Hazardous Medication: 60%
• Latex: 60%
• Computer Monitor: 80%
• Domestic Animals: 60%
• Fire Risk: 60%
• Moving Mechanical Parts: 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects: 60%
• Potential Electric Shock: 60%
• Potential for Physical Assault: 60%
• Radiation: 40%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces: 60%

Schedule

Nights