Polysomnographic Tech

Taylorville Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Memorial Health in Springfield, IL is seeking a Polysomnographic Technologist/Technician to perform polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic sleep services, and patient education. The role includes supervising staff when applicable and ensuring safety and quality in the Sleep Center.

Candidates need an associate degree in polysomnography or a related program, and must pursue or hold sleep technology registration (RPSGT/BRPT).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in polysomnography or 1-year polysomnography program with credentials.
• Must be registered in sleep technology or be on path to registration (RPSGT/BRPT).
• Maintain CPR/BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze patient information to tailor testing.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment; apply electrodes/sensors.
• Perform polysomnographic procedures and monitor data quality.

Skills

Polysomnography

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in polysomnography

RPSGT/BRPT certification

CPR/BCLS certification

Tools

Polysomnography equipment

Job description

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

A Polysomnographic Technologist and Technician works under the general supervision of the clinical director (MD, DO or PhD) or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This may involve polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. A Polysomnographic Technologist can perform the duties defined for a Polysomnographic Technician and may provide supervision of other staff. Technical staff must be appropriately trained and supervised. It is the responsibility of the Medical Director to ensure that training is provided and documented for technical personnel. Technologist staffing must be adequate to address the workload of the Sleep Center and assure the safety of the patients. As per AASM recommendations, a patient to technician/technologist ratio of 2:1 under usual circumstances for attended polysomnographic testing. Schedule PRN

Education and Training Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree with an emphasis in polysomnography or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year duration associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency at all competencies required of a Polysomnographic Technician.

All staff must participate in an average of 10 hours per year, AMA PRA Category I CME or CEU sleep related educational activities over a three year period. Non‑registered must be enrolled in or have completed the A‑Step Online Self Studies. Non‑registered clinicians must complete A‑Step Online Self Study Modules within 2 years of enrollment. Must be enrolled in or have completed training in polysomnography in a program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) program with the polysomnography option.

Must become registered in sleep: RPSGT, RST (or accepted equivalent) within 18 months of hire. Must maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.

Licensure, Certification, and Registry

Registered in sleep technology by: American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM), Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT), or another organization that offers the equivalent examination accepted by the AASM. Non‑registered: Graduate Respiratory Therapy Program: RRT or CRT with current license. Or successful completion of an accredited educational program leading to an associate degree with an emphasis in polysomnography (ie Respiratory Therapy, EEG) or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year duration associated with a state licensed and/or a nationally accredited educational facility or equivalent experience and documented proficiency at all competencies required of a Polysomnographic Technologist.

Gather and Analyze Patient Information

Collect, analyze and integrate patient information in order to identify and meet the patient‑specific needs (Physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history) and to determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols. Complete and verify documentation. Explain pre‑testing, testing and post‑testing procedures to the patient.

Testing Preparation Procedures

Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning and make adjustments if necessary. Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards. Perform appropriate physiologic calibration to ensure proper signals and make adjustments if necessary. Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.

Polysomnographic Procedures

Follow procedural protocols such as Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Test (MWT), parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration etc. to ensure collection of appropriate data. Follow “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (such as body position, Oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.). Perform Polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality to ensure signals are artifact‑free and make adjustments, if necessary. Document routine observations including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and significant events in order to facilitate scoring and interpretation of polysomnographic results. Implement appropriate interventions (including actions necessary for patient safety and therapeutic intervention such as continuous and bi‑level positive airway pressure, oxygen administration, etc.). Follow “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete data collection process (repeats the physiological and instrument calibrations and instruct the patient on completing questionnaires, etc.). Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment and education of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Oversees and performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.

Polysomnographic Record Scoring

Score sleep/wake stages by applying professional 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 sleep/wake and clinical event date.

Service Management and Professional Issues

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues. Perform routine and complex equipment care and maintenance. Evaluate sleep study related equipment and inventory. Demonstrate effective written and spoken communications skills. Demonstrate appropriate social skills. Respond to study participant’s procedural‑related inquiries by providing appropriate information. Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy. Comply with the AASM Standards of Conduct.

Pay Transparency

£27.52 – $42.65

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

Accommodations

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