Polysomnographic Technologist I (Full Time)

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire in Morehead, Kentucky seeks a Sleep Technician to operate equipment during sleep testing and to support CPAP titrations, ensuring accurate data collection and patient safety.

You will monitor patient data, perform PAP titration studies, calibrate and maintain sleep-lab equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the laboratory team to follow protocols and improve workflows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area.
• 0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certification, Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient data and activities to ensure positive outcomes.
• Obtains and integrates data necessary for complete and accurate polysomnograms.
• Performs and documents Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) titration studies, including mask fitting and adjustments to optimize therapy.
• Maintains and calibrates all Sleep Laboratory equipment for patient monitoring and CPAP titrations.
• Ensures a safe environment for patients and performs bi-weekly safety inspections.
• Collects and analyzes patient information to determine testing parameters in collaboration with physicians.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Job description

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population.

We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible.

UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals.

We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Summary

Responsible for operating equipment during patient sleep testing. Performs Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) titrations to support treatment plans. Observes and documents patient activities and conditions to ensure positive outcomes. Reports test results and observations to appropriate physicians. Ensures accurate data collection and adherence to clinical protocols.

Essential Functions

• Monitors patient data and activities to ensure positive outcomes.
• Obtains and integrates data necessary for complete and accurate polysomnograms.
• Performs and documents Positive Airway Pressure (PAP) titration studies, including mask fitting and adjustments to optimize therapy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and prepares, calibrates, and maintains all Sleep Laboratory equipment for patient monitoring and CPAP titrations.
• Ensures a safe environment for patients and performs bi-weekly safety and environment of care inspections.
• Collects, analyzes, and documents patient information to determine appropriate testing parameters and procedures in collaboration with physicians and laboratory protocols.
• Follows procedural protocols for sleep studies, including data acquisition, routine observations, and implementation of appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates sleep laboratory workflows for improvement opportunities and employee compliance, and provides education on workflows, systems, equipment, and policy changes.
• Aggregates and evaluates quality data for the sleep laboratory and serves as infection prevention resource for employees and patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Certified, Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 1. Never
• M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 1. Never
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Shift: Evenings (United States of America)

Time Type: Full time

Address: 1028 E. Main St. City, State: Morehead, Kentucky

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