Polysomnographic Technician - Trainee

LVHN; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Hazleton, PA is seeking a Polysomnographic Technician Trainee to perform initial polysomnographic testing and related duties under supervision within the sleep disorders program.

The role includes patient information gathering, equipment calibration, and ensuring proper data acquisition with continuous monitoring, while progressing toward RPSGT certification. Training emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to department protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate patient care.
• Strong computer skills for data entry.
• BLS certification within 90 days after hire.
• RPSGT certification within 3 years.
• Valid PA driver's license at hire.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and analyzes patient information including review of history.
• Prepares and calibrates testing equipment.
• Communicates the testing procedure to the patient to provide a level of understanding.
• Performs bio-calibrations and impedance testing to ensure the integrity of the record.
• Assists in Polysomnographic Record Scoring and Reporting per department protocols.
• Provides sleep equipment hook up and ensures appropriate data acquisition while maintaining continuous visual and auditory monitoring of patient and clinical events on the recording.
• Implements appropriate interventions to eliminate artifact on the record.
• Documents observations and pertinent clinical information accurately and concisely into the patient's medical record.
• Performs post-test procedures including proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS - Basic Life Support

RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist

Driver's License_PA

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the 'Best Hospitals' by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

A Polysomnographic Technician Trainee is a Technician who is performing the job duties of a polysomnographic technician during the first 12 months in the position. The trainee performs quality, comprehensive polysomnographic testing, analysis, and associated interventions for treatment under the general supervision of the Clinical Team Lead or Clinical Manager or Medical Director (MD, PhD, DO) or designee.

Job Duties

• Gathers and analyzes patient information including review of history.
• Prepares and calibrates testing equipment.
• Communicates the testing procedure to the patient to provide a level of understanding.
• Performs bio-calibrations and impedance testing to ensure the integrity of the record.
• Assists in Polysomnographic Record Scoring and Reporting per department protocols.
• Provides sleep equipment hook up and ensures appropriate data acquisition while maintaining continuous visual and auditory monitoring of patient and clinical events on the recording.
• Implements appropriate interventions to eliminate artifact on the record.
• Provides treatment modalities to patients according to department protocol.
• Documents observations and pertinent clinical information accurately and concisely into the patient's medical record.
• Performs post-test procedures including proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent patient care.
• Demonstrates computer skills appropriate for the position.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days
• RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer Technologist - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists within 3 Years
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma
• 1 year Successful completion of college level math and science coursework or
• 1 year Relative work in the health care industry.
• Knowledge/Experience with EPIC system.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and equipment routinely used in sleep testing.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to perform sleep equipment hook-up and monitoring.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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