SLEEP TECHNICIAN

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient data in preparation for a PSG.
• Hooks up patients with electrodes/monitoring equipment needed for a PSG and performs pre-PSG equipment calibrations.
• Makes notations on patient records every half hour during the PSG.
• Removes electrodes at the end of the PSG and documents post-PSG findings.
• Documents dates of completion for each process of interpretation of PSG/CPAP/MSLT/MWT/HST, including charges.
• Cleans all equipment as indicated by Infection Control.
• Performs inventory on a monthly basis.
• Collects data for the monthly Performance Improvement reports.
• Identifies equipment malfunctions and schedules proper repair or replacement.
• Maintains a neat and clean work environment; cleans all surfaces at the end of their shift.
• Participates in Journal Club and all staff meetings.
• Maintains patient charts in proper order; files in appropriate file.
• Reviews Sleep Studies with the Physicians/staff.
• Performs mask fits and CPAP trials (PAP naps) on patients.
• Participates in Health fairs.
• Performs monthly check on Code Cart.
• Affords assistance with the entire Direct Referral process.
• Affords assistance with the set-up of durable medical equipment on patients.
• Completes back-ups and typing for interpretation process.
• Completes mandatory HRH annual e-Learning.
• Performs other related tasks as requested by Manager/Administration to maintain department operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Medical terminology.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
• At least two years of Polysomnographic Technologist experience.
• 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.
• NJ State Polysomnographic Technologist license.