POLYSOMNOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN

Non-Registered Polysomnographic Technician

AMC Center for Sleep Disorders-Huber Heights

Position Summary:

A Polysomnographic Technician performs comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including in-center and home sleep apnea testing, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, comprehensive patient care and direct patient education under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and/or the Board-Certified Sleep Physician.

Qualifications:

Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED

Additional requirements: Must be enrolled in and have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment. Or Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option. The Registry exam must be passed within one year of completion of the A-Step program. Must also participate in at least 30 credits (averaged 10 per year over the past 36 months) of sleep related continuing education credits.

Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic computer skills
• Basic technical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Customer service skills
• Critical thinking and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate teamwork skills
• Demonstrate the ability to follow directions

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Pulling - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Standing - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Other sounds - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)

Twisting - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Reaching - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Visual Acuity Near - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)

Walking - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Manual Dexterity - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Visual Acuity Far - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)

Sitting - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Use both hands - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Vision Color - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)

Pushing - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Talking - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Concentrating - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)

Climbing - 1 - Rarely (0% - 10%) - Lifting <10 pounds - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Interpersonal Skills - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)

Stooping - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Lifting >10 pounds - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%) - Reading - 3 - Frequently (41% - 75%)

Kneeling - 2 - Occasionally (11% - 40%) - Normal hearing both ears - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%) - Thinking - 4 - Consistently (76% - 100%)

Working Conditions:

1. Employees must maintain a safe place for all patients as well as employees.
2. Positive working environment.
3. Quiet independent working environment.