Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System · Philadelphia, PA · 2 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time
Responsibilities
- Review the patient’s history and verify the medical study order
- Follow sleep center protocols related to the sleep study
- Provide age-appropriate patient education
- Select appropriate equipment and calibrate for testing
- Apply all electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards
- Perform routine positive airway pressure mask fitting and desensitization
- Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as positive airway pressure, supplemental oxygen, etc.)
- Demonstrate knowledge of all in-lab and out of center sleep testing protocols
- Analyze sleep study data and prepare reports for provider interpretation
- Navigate EMR and sleep data software platforms
Requirements
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
- RPSGT or RST sleep registry credential (Required)
- H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
- Minimum 6 months experience in a clinical sleep laboratory setting (Required)
- Associate of Arts or Science (Preferred) in a Health/Science related field
Qualifications
- Current BLS/CPR Certification
- Current RPSGT or RST registry
Skills
- Knowledge of sleep testing protocols
- Ability to perform sleep studies independently
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- Prepaid tuition assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement savings plan
Pay
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Schedule
- 7pm-8am
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday