Polysomnographic Tech

Job Requirements

Performs routine, intermediate, and advanced polysomnograms; records, analyzes, and interprets (scores) the multiple simultaneous physiologic measurements of sleep.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Performs polysomnograms, split studies, CPAP Titration, multiple sleep latency testing on adults and pediatric populations.

2. Performs technical interpretations (scoring) of sleep disorder laboratory procedures by hand assessment and computer analysis.

3. Researches patients' histories for neurological/psychiatric disorders.

4. Prepares patients and equipment for testing; explains procedures; measures patients' heads; applies electrodes.

5. Edits and files tests performed; inputs to digital archive/structured report system.

6. Provides documentation for each procedure; maintains records.

7. Complies with quality assurance standards for the Sleep Disorder Laboratory.

8. Records charges.

9. Ensures accuracy in the medication process, including transport, storage, security, and/or administration of medications to include IV solutions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

1. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Commitments.

2. Each staff member is expected to do their part in contributing to improved Patient Satisfaction scores by demonstrating positive patient/customer interactions.

3. Responds to the following Shore Health System codes: Code Pink, Code Yellow, Code Red.

4. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations.

5. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.

6. Performs related duties as assigned.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for the primary population of patients served in the department.

The employee in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the age of the patients served. He/she must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the necessary care as described in the department's policies and procedures

Work Experience

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED;

Two years of college level coursework including basic and advanced polysomnographic courses, a minimum of one year of experience in a health care field, and at least six months of experience in a sleep disorders center or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated proficiency with various sleep disorders laboratory equipment and procedures. Registered or eligible to become registered as a polysomnographic technologist. Current CPR certification; certification in ACLS preferred. Graduate of a formal polysomnographic training program preferred.

This position requires a person who exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to work productively under stress, and who displays a professional demeanor and is able to prioritize workloads. Must be willing to travel between facilities.