Agency Polysomnography Technologist I

Nationwide Children's Hospital Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Inc. at Main Campus in Columbus, OH, is seeking an Agency Polysomnography Technologist I for a part-time schedule (5pm–6am, 12-hour shifts).

You will perform polysomnography procedures and assist with patient flow, ensuring electrode placement accuracy and patient safety. Responsibilities include scheduling coordination, record-keeping, and basic troubleshooting of technical issues.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field preferred.
• Graduate of AMA approved two year Respiratory Therapy Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with scheduling patients, physicians, psychologist, and facilities.
• Prepares patients for testing, communicating procedure information and electrode application.
• Performs polysomnography procedures on patients according to policies and procedures.
• Monitors patients and maintains safety during procedures.
• Completes technical reports and maintains accurate records.
• Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares patient rooms.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field

Graduate of AMA approved two year Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

## Agency Polysomnography Technologist IApply: Main Campus, Columbus, OH: Part time: Posted Today: R-28398**Overview:**12 hour shift/ monthly 5pm - 6am**Job Description Summary:**Performs polysomnography procedures on patients with suspected injury or disease resulting in sleep disorders under supervision and according to facility policies and procedures.**Job Description:****Essential Functions:** * Assists with the scheduling of patients, physicians, psychologist, and facilities and performs various other administrative functions.* Completes technical reports, processes patient charge information, and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.* Identifies and performs basic and intermediate technical troubleshooting and artifact identification and elimination.* Monitors patients and maintains safety during procedures. Communicates to other patient care support staff.* Performs a variety of polysomnography procedures on patients with possible injury and disease resulting in sleep disorders according to established policies and procedures.* Prepares patients for testing, communicating procedure information and answering questions, and ensures accurate electrode application. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test results.* Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate levels and proper functioning. Prepares patient rooms for polysomnography procedures. **Education Requirement:** * High School Diploma or equivalent, required.* Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field, preferred.* Graduate of an AMA approved two year Respiratory Therapy Program, preferred. **Licensure Requirement:**(not specified)**Certifications:**Current CPR certificate, required. **Skills:**Effective computer operations and technology skills.**Experience:**One year of experience in Polysomnography, preferred.**Physical Requirements:**OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Decision Making, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Sitting, Squat/kneelFREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Machinery, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Standing, WalkingCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near**Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:**(not specified) \"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet\"