Emory University

Private research university in Atlanta, GA

Registered Sleep Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeJohns Creek, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

One year of related experience is required.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification is required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry objects up to 25 pounds, and perform the stated standing, walking, sitting, and close-eye-work activities.
The role requires the ability to work amid the listed environmental exposures, use personal protective equipment including respirators when applicable, and accommodate shift work; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Operate and calibrate polysomnographic recording equipment to capture and evaluate sleep/wake disorders, including monitoring with transcutaneous and end-tidal carbon dioxide measurements.
Score polysomnographic recordings and studies accurately in preparation for physician interpretation and review.
Review patient medical charts and confirm physician orders and required protocols.
Interview patients to assess sleep patterns, medication allergies and conditions, current medications, and alcohol or caffeine intake on the test day.
Perform research studies according to protocol, which may include full 10/20 electroencephalogram recordings and assisting with the development or documentation of research protocols.
Complete required patient processing and documentation procedures.
Apply and remove electrodes and monitoring equipment used in polysomnography, including electrocardiogram, electromyography, electrooculography, airflow monitors, and oximetry sensors.
Fit and troubleshoot positive airway pressure masks to improve patient comfort and therapy effectiveness.
Apply and titrate respiratory therapies according to physician orders and protocols, including continuous positive airway pressure, bilevel positive airway pressure, adaptive servo-ventilation, AVAPS/iVAPS/AVAPS AE titrations, and supplemental oxygen when required.
Use advanced titration techniques and interpret patient tidal-volume and pressure-support needs, particularly for patients with chronic respiratory insufficiency, chronic respiratory failure, chronic hypoventilation, neuromuscular diseases, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Educate patients on proper use of continuous positive airway pressure and bilevel positive airway pressure equipment.
Monitor sleep recordings, including patient positioning and recognition of sleep pathology.
Identify and record clinical and physiological sleep events.
Work with management to develop a professional development plan and attend educational in-services and training sessions as appropriate.
Clean and disinfect equipment used directly on patients.
Monitor patients for adverse events and respond according to established protocols.
Assist with orientation and training of new staff within the sleep laboratory.

Desired Qualifications

A degree is preferred.

Shift: 7p-7:30a

Operates polysomnographic recording equipment used to record and evaluate sleep/wake disorders.
Performs monitoring that includes transcutaneous and End-Tidal CO₂ measurements.
Scores polysomnographic recordings in preparation for physician interpretation.
Performs additional related duties as required.

Equipment and Supplies

Operates and calibrates polysomnographic equipment to ensure accurate recordings.

Patient Care and Advocacy

Reviews patient medical charts and confirms physician orders and required protocols.
Interviews patients to assess:
- Current sleep patterns
- Medication allergies and conditions
- Current medications
- Alcohol or caffeine intake on the day of the test
Performs research studies according to protocol, which may include:
- Full 10/20 EEG recordings
- Assisting with development or documentation of research protocols
Completes necessary patient processing and documentation procedures.
Applies and removes electrodes and monitoring equipment used in polysomnography, including:
- EKG
- EMG
- EOG
- Airflow monitors
- Oximetry sensors
Fits and troubleshoots PAP masks to improve patient comfort and therapy effectiveness.
Applies and titrates respiratory therapies according to physician orders and protocols, including:
- CPAP
- BiPAP
- Adaptive Servo Ventilation (ASV)
- AVAPS / iVAPS / AVAPS AE titrations
- Supplemental oxygen when required
Utilizes advanced titration techniques and interprets patient tidal volume and pressure support needs, particularly in patients with complex respiratory conditions such as:
- Chronic respiratory insufficiency
- Chronic respiratory failure
- Chronic hypoventilation
- Neuromuscular diseases
- COPD
Educates patients on the proper use of CPAP/BiPAP equipment.
Monitors sleep recordings, including patient positioning and sleep pathology recognition.
Identifies and records clinical and physiological sleep events.
Accurately scores polysomnographic studies for physician review.

Professional Development

Works with management to develop a professional development plan.
Attends educational in-services and training sessions as appropriate.

Safety, Security, and Health

Cleans and disinfects equipment used directly on patients.
Monitors patients for adverse events and responds according to established protocols.

Staff Resource

Assists with orientation and training of new staff within the sleep laboratory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent (degree preferred).
One year of related experience.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs.; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs., 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

About the Company

Emory University

Private research university in Atlanta, GA

Emory University is a private research university in Atlanta, Georgia, comprising nine schools and colleges alongside Emory Healthcare.

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