Sleep Technician

Nch Healthcare System Inc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

NCH Medical Group in Florida is seeking a Sleep Technician to support the Sleep Medicine Center during 12-hour night shifts (6:45 p.m. – 6:45 a.m.)

You will perform PSG, CPAP titrations, MSLT/MWT, set up leads, educate patients, and document study results in the Sandman Sleep system, while ensuring data quality and patient safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, RPSGT/CPSGT, EKG course within 12 months, BLS, and proficiency with Word/Excel/Outlook; experience in sleep labs preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• RPSGT or CPSGT certification required.
• Complete basic cardiology (EKG) course within 12 months of hire.
• BLS certification from Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform PSG, CPAP titrations, Split-Night, MSLT, MWT per lab protocol.
• Set up and monitor all sleep study equipment and leads.
• Provide patient and family education regarding sleep disorders and test procedures.
• Archive studies and transmit for scoring; ensure artifact-free recordings.
• Operate CPAP/BiPAP devices; maintain stock of CPAP supplies.

Skills

Patient education

Emergency airway management

Data entry and documentation

Sleep study setup

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RPSGT or CPSGT

EKG course within 12 months

BLS certification

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Tools

Sandman Sleep system

CPAP/BiPAP devices setup

Job description

US:FL:Naples | NCH Medical Group | Full Time

Description

• DEPARTMENT: 67343 - Sleep Lab
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE:12 Hour Night, 6:45 p.m. - 6:45 a.m., Variable Days

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sleep Technician is responsible for all the Sleep Medicine Center procedures in accordance with NCH policy and procedure and guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Patient populations treated include geriatric and adult patients. The technician will work closely with all sleep center staff as well as with the Medical Director to provide the highest quality test results in a professional and courteous manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Ability to measure (10/20 system) and locate the appropriate cephalic lead locations.
• The ability to perform complete patient set-ups including all leads, belts and monitors.
• Performs all sleep study procedures (PSG, CPAP titrations, Split-Night, MSLT, MWT) according to lab protocol.
• Provides patient and family education regarding sleep disorders, the test procedures, how to communicate during the test and what to do in case of an emergency.
• Thorough knowledge of the Sandman Sleep computer system including entering a new patient, recalling patient data, completing patient reports and setting up the display.
• Archive patient studies, burn CD’s and transmit studies for scoring.
• Provides basic emergency airway management including bag-valve-mask ventilation.
• Recognizes the need for emergency intervention in the event sleep patients develop respiratory distress or other compromise during a study.
• Obtains artifact free recordings and make every effort to correct poor data quality.
• Provides accurate and thorough documentation on the sleep study to enable physician interpretation.
• Documents an accurate patient history on all recordings to include history of illness, medications, and recording interventions.
• Properly mask fit patients who undergo CPAP testing.
• Set-up and control all sleep center CPAP/BiPAP devices.
• Maintains stock of CPAP supplies and places orders as necessary.
• Actively assists and supports departmental activities to ensure that operational and salary expenses are equal to or less than approved budget.
• Understands the principles and concepts of Performance Improvement. Looks for opportunities and solution for process improvements and seeks to improve job skills.
• Maintains the principles of confidentiality. Understands the legal/regulatory requirements related to the release of information. Able to use the information systems pertinent to the job.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required.
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Certified Polysomnographic Technologist (CPSGT) required.
• Must complete the basic cardiology (EKG) course within 12 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.