Lead Polysomnographic Technologist (PRN)

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,817 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Sleep Lab Technician to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms under medical supervision and coordinate lab activities. The role includes applying recording devices, ensuring patient safety, and supervising others in the lab.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment for PSG/MSLT/NPT, interpreting data, interviewing patients, and managing supplies. Basic Life Support must be obtained within one month of hire, with no specific prior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Basic Life Support certifications required (AHA or Red Cross); must be obtained within one month of hire.
• No specific work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, calibrates and monitors recording equipment necessary for PSG, MSLT, NPT and CPAP/BIPAP to ensure artifact free tracings.
• Recognizes and records clinical and physiological relevant events.
• Detects and corrects equipment malfunctions.
• Interprets polysomnogram data.
• Interviews patients to obtain sleep history.
• Handles phone calls; answers questions for patients and physicians.
• Prepares for patients in high-risk situations, as with cardiac or pulmonary problems.
• Aids in the training of new trainees.
• Supervises and coordinates activities of other outpatients.
• Checks inventories and order supplies as needed.

Skills

BiPAP

CPAP

Data Interpretations

Equipment Maintenance

Equipment Operations

Onsite Training

Patient Education

Polysomnographs

Sleep Disorders

Sleep Medicine

Supervision

Supplies Management

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Sleep Lab Technician to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms under medical supervision and coordinate lab activities. The role includes applying recording devices, ensuring patient safety, and supervising others in the lab.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment for PSG/MSLT/NPT, interpreting data, interviewing patients, and managing supplies. Basic Life Support must be obtained within one month of hire, with no specific prior