Polysomn Tech III Days -Float

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced sleep lab leader to oversee the Sleep Disorders Lab's daily operations. The role includes scoring overnight polysomnograms, performing MSLT and specialized sleep studies, and serving as a resource to department personnel as needed.

The incumbent ensures accurate reports, QA feedback, and ongoing staff education while maintaining patient safety and adherence to Memorial Hermann policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as an RPSGT performing and scoring sleep studies.
• Must be able to lift 75-100 pounds and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Certification in Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Sleep Disorders Lab.
• Score overnight polysomnograms and perform MSLT and specialized sleep studies.
• Serve as a resource to department personnel and ancillary staff.
• Ensure accurate reports and QA feedback, and participate in staff education.
• Promote safe, compassionate care and adherence to lab policies.

Skills

RPSGT experience

Sleep study scoring

Lifting heavy loads

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sleep Disorders Lab. The incumbent is responsible for scoring overnight polysomnograms and for performing MSLT and specialized sleep studies. Additionally responsible for serving as a resource to other department personnel and other ancillary medical personnel as needed.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education

(None)

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certifications: Registered by the Board of Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist); Certification in Basic Life Support.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Three (3) years experience as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) performing and scoring sleep studies proficiently.
• The position requires occasional or frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds.

Principal Accountabilities

• Analyze recorded data according to the current AASM standard. Scores sleep/wake stages by applying professionally accepted guidelines. Score clinical events (such as respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals etc.) according to center specific protocols. Generate accurate reports by tabulating clinical event data and discussing results and treatment outcomes with lab physicians. Provide Quality Assurance feedback for every study and staff education for areas of concern when necessary. Must be able to successfully complete monthly Inter-scorer Reliability Exams according to the system standard.
• Delivers appropriate care at a competent level and according to the age of the patient or patient population being served.
• Assists and works closely with department managers, including but not limited to: all aspects of patient care including patient satisfaction, patient concerns and problem solving and service recovery. Provides in-service training, coordinates education and orientation to Sleep Lab personnel. Monitors polysomnogram during patient examination, scores polysomnogram and prepares detailed summary of clinical events. Ensures the safety and welfare of patients, including pediatric and psychiatric patients with special needs.
• Performs complex procedures and special activities. Prepares for and conducts overnight testing procedures; reviews patient records, examines orders and protocols for study and recognizes chief sleep/wake complaints. Interviews patient to assess current medications, recent alcohol or caffeine ingestion, current sleep pattern and deed for treatment intervention during study.
• Communicates with physician or manager to clarify unclear or inappropriate orders and to provide information regarding patient status.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.