Polysomnography Trainee Technician Prn

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Texas offers a supervised pathway in polysomnography, where trainees learn to operate polysomnography equipment and perform sleep studies. You will work toward independent testing, including CPAP initiation when indicated, under supervision and with careful equipment maintenance.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some hospital experience, with CPR certification maintained.

Qualifications

• Training in the operation of polysomnography equipment.
• Exposure to recording polysomnograms and multiple sleep latency tests.
• Basic ability to recognize sleep disorders during testing.

Responsibilities

• Receive supervised training in operating polysomnography equipment.
• Record polysomnograms and administer multiple sleep latency tests.
• Develop independence in performing polysomnograms and CPAP titration.
• Assist in initiating CPAP when indicated and ensure proper equipment care.

Skills

Polysomnography

CPAP titration

Sleep study operations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Polysomnography Equipment

CPAP Equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Closely supervised training in the operation of polysomnography equipment to record polysomnograms and multiple sleep latency tests. At the completion of training, must be able to perform polysomnograms independently, recognize various sleep disorders including sleep apnea and periodic leg movements, initiate continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) when indicated, titrate CPAP appropriately and provide for proper care and operation of equipment used.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or equivalent is required. One year of recent experience in a hospital setting preferred.

LICENSURE

Must maintain current CPR certification.