Sleep Tech in Training – Polysomnography

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Hellertown (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Polysomnographic Technician Trainee to perform sleep testing under supervision in the Comprehensive Sleep Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Hellertown.

The role involves gathering patient data, preparing equipment, calibrating signals, and assisting in score reporting while ensuring patient safety during overnight hours in a compassionate, team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Polysomnographic Trainee must perform testing under supervision.
• Experience with EPIC system is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and patient safety.

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

Communication skills

Computer skills

Compassionate patient care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS - Basic Life Support

RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographer

DL - Driver’s License_PA

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Polysomnographic Technician Trainee to perform sleep testing under supervision in the Comprehensive Sleep Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Hellertown.

The role involves gathering patient data, preparing equipment, calibrating signals, and assisting in score reporting while ensuring patient safety during overnight hours in a compassionate, team-oriented setting.