Polysomnographic Technologist, Largo

Kaiser Permanente; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated individual to assist patients in navigating their sleep disorder diagnoses and treatments. This role involves scheduling appointments, conducting educational sessions, and managing diagnostic equipment. You will play a crucial part in ensuring patients receive the right care and understand their treatment options. Join a team that values patient care and innovation, and help make a difference in the lives of those dealing with sleep disorders. If you have a passion for helping others and a keen interest in sleep medicine, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient education and orientation sessions.
• Knowledge of sleep study procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments and conduct initial education sessions.
• Provide patients with home diagnostic equipment and instructions.

Skills

Patient Communication

CPAP Equipment Management

Data Scoring

HealthConnect Software

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Sleep Technology

Tools

CPAP Machines

Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

Job Summary:
Assists patients referred to the sleep disorder clinic to obtain appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Under direction of physicians in the Sleep Medicine Department, provides information regarding study procedures, diagnostic findings, and recommended treatments.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Schedules appointments for patients to visit sleep disorder clinic.


• Conducts initial education and orientation session as per department guidelines.


• Enters referrals into HealthConnect.


• Provides patients with home diagnostic equipment and instructs them on its use.


• Downloads home studies, scores raw data and forwards the results to the physician.


• Reviews results from outside laboratories.


• Under direction of physician, communicates sleep study results and recommendation to patients.


• Assists patients to understand their covered benefits and obtain therapeutic equipment.


• Dispense CPAP and related equipment: Performs CPAP auto titration; dispense CPAP equipment and accessories and performs mask fittings; and assists patients with equipment problems.


• Maintains equipment and supplies used by clinic for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.


• Performs other related duties as directed.