Polysomnographer

Description

POSITION TITLE: Polysomnographer (Sleep Therapist)

Mission of Department: To provide quality patient care and improve quality of life.

Purpose of Position:

A Polysomnographic Technologist works under the general supervision of the clinical director (M.D.,D.O. or PhD) to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. A Polysomnography Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide supervision of other staff. 

Essential Functions:

1) Performs hook-ups and monitoring on all Sleep Center procedures according to department and American Academy of Sleep Medicine standards. 

2) Procedures include standard Polysomnography, Polysomnography with seizure montage, Polysomnography with Cpap, Bipap, oxygen, Multiple Sleep Latency Test, and Multiple Wakefulness Test.

3) Scores patient studies following established guidelines in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events.

4) Stocks, cleans and maintains equipment, laboratory areas, storerooms, and patient care areas.

5) Performs basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

6) Assists in the maintenance and handling of patient records for scoring, storage, preparation of patient charges, mailings, collection and graphing of sleep diaries, etc.

7) Completes various patient care and related support documentation appropriately.

8) Assist supervisor and medical director in the preparation and implementation of orientation, education, and competency programs. Mentors new employees, and students under the direction of the supervisor and medical director.

9) Assist in the evaluation of new equipment.

10) Assist in quality improvement projects under the direction of the supervisor and medical director.

11) Performs other related duties as required.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned in this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment Considerations:

In the performance of this job, the employee may be exposed to chemical vapors such as acetone, either or glutaraldehyde. There may also be skin contact with these substances. The employee may also be exposed to infectious agents including blood borne pathogens.

Additional Responsibilities:

Education, Qualifications, Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Preferred RPSGT license or willing to train RN/LPN or RRT

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider CPR certification required upon hire or within 90 days of employment. 

Personal Characteristics:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The following is also preferred: previous experience in EEG, pediatric sleep and working knowledge of human anatomy. Effective customer service, interpersonal, and strong communications skills are essential.

Equipment:

Expectation of Service: This is a non-exempt position which requires 40 hours per week for a full time position. Regular and punctual attendance is required when scheduled.