Polysomnographic Technician

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Medical University in Syracuse is looking for a Polysomnographic Technician to conduct sleep testing including monitoring EKG, EOG, ECG, and more. The role also includes assisting in scoring sleep stages and interpreting Polysomnographic recordings.

Qualified candidates must have an Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy, a valid NYS license, and CPR-BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include clinical acute care experience and RPSGT or SDS certification.

Qualifications

• Associates in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• NYS license/registration as a Respiratory Therapist or Sleep Technologist is needed.
• CPR-BLS Certification is required.
• Acute care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nocturnal and diurnal sleep testing.
• Assist in scoring sleep stages and interpreting recordings.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Monitoring of EKG, EOG, ECG, EMG

CPR-BLS Certification

Scoring sleep stages

Interpreting Polysomnographic recordings

Education

Associates in Respiratory Therapy

NYS license/registration

Job description

Job Summary

The Polysomnographic Technician conducts nocturnal and diurnal sleep testing in the Sleep Center to include monitoring of EKG, EOG, ECG, EMG, nasal/oral ventilations, chest and abdominal excursions, blood oximetry, leg and body movements and other special procedures. The position also assists in scoring sleep stages, apneas, movements and interpreting Polysomnographic recordings. Willingly performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates in Respiratory Therapy, NYS license/registration as a Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Therapy Technician or Sleep Technologist required. CPR-BLS Certification Required.

Preferred Qualifications

Post Associates degree clinical acute care experience preferred. Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) preferred.

Work Days

Various Shifts Available

Executive Order

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