UHC - Polysomnography Tech

About the role

Performs diagnostic sleep studies related to the evaluation and treatment of patients with sleep disorders.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and prioritizes inpatient and outpatient procedures.
• Ensures proper document flow and storage according to departmental guidelines.
• Completes patient testing procedures within established time frames.
• Documents procedures performed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Fills out necessary departmental documentation.
• Submits accurate and timely patient charges.
• Obtains necessary information from patient records and directly from the patient.
• Performs sleep studies in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines.
• Records electrical impulses of the neurological system accurately.
• Prepares initial data for physician use.
• Informs patients and families about the procedure.
• Accurately observes, records, and reports patient concerns and symptoms.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
• Cleans and prepares necessary items for sterilization.
• Maintains continuing education requirements.
• Assists in providing research support and assisting with related research activities.
• Provides inservices on sleep procedures and equipment operation.
• Trains trainees, house-staff, and medical staff.
• Communicates with co-workers and staff.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed or enrolled in a BRPT-approved Sleep Technology program.
• Registered Polysomnography Technician (RPSGT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in an Allied Health Field.
• Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) certification upon hire.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• One year of health care experience.
• One year of Sleep Lab experience.

Core Job Duties and Responsibilities

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, or pull minimum of 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• The flexibility to work during unscheduled hours.

Working Environment

• Performs sleep studies in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines in the Sleep Evaluation Center, at the bedside, and in critical care areas of the hospital.

Skills and Abilities

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Exempt/Non-Exempt Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: UHC United Hospital Center
Cost Center: 136
UHC Neuro Sleep Lab
Address: 2673 Davisson Run Road Clarksburg West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer: West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.