SLEEP TECHNICIAN

About the role

Hudson Regional Hospital, nestled in Secaucus, New Jersey, is a distinguished healthcare institution committed to building a healthier community through exceptional care, advanced technology, and knowledgeable physicians. We take pride in being the #1 choice for surgery, boasting the Institute for Robotic Surgery, equipped with the latest surgical robots and six SRC Center of Excellence designations. This places us at the forefront of robotic and minimally invasive surgery, with the unique distinction of being the world's first hospital to receive the SRC Center of Excellence designation in Robotic Spine Surgery.

The Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, at the Institute for the Sleep Center, performs PSG, MSLT/MWT, HST, and PAP titrations on adult patients and children (under 5 years old), under the direction of the Director.

Responsibilities

• Review patient data in preparation for a PSG.
• Hook patients up with electrodes/monitoring equipment needed to record a PSG and perform pre-PSG equipment calibrations.
• Monitor patients throughout the PSG, making notations on patient records every half hour.
• Remove electrodes at the end of the PSG and document post-PSG findings.
• Document dates of completion for each process of interpretation of PSG/CPAP/MSLT/MWT/HST, including charges.
• Clean all equipment as indicated by Infection Control.
• Perform inventory on a monthly basis.
• Collect data for the monthly Performance Improvement reports.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and schedule proper repair or replacement.
• Maintain a neat and clean work environment; clean all surfaces at the end of the shift.
• Participate in Journal Club and all staff meetings.
• Maintain patient charts in proper order and file them appropriately.
• Review sleep studies with physicians and staff.
• Perform mask fits and CPAP trials (PAP naps) on patients.
• Participate in health fairs.
• Perform monthly checks on the Code Cart.
• Assist with the entire Direct Referral process.
• Assist with the setup of durable medical equipment on patients.
• Complete backups and typing for the interpretation process.
• Complete mandatory HRH annual e-Learning.
• Perform other related tasks as requested by Manager/Administration to maintain department operations.
• Adhere to HRH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to a certificate or associate degree with an emphasis in sleep technology or successful completion of a sleep technology program associated 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.
• At least two years of Polysomnographic Technologist experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Skills & Certifications

• Certification by a nationally recognized certification board and holds either the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT—preferred), Registered Sleep Technologist (RST), or Sleep Disorders Specialist (SDS) credential.
• BLS certification.
• RPSGT, NJ State Polysomnographic Technologist license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance