Supervisor - Polysomnography

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners seeks a Supervisor of Polysomnography to oversee the Sleep Center's technical operations, report to the Sleep Center Director with regard to organizational and clinical functions, and guide the growth of all technical staff.

The role emphasizes coordinating technical activities, maintaining equipment safety, and advancing quality improvement while ensuring timely patient care and strong professional relationships with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years of sleep disorders experience; at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Current NYS license in respiratory therapy.
• Registered by the Association of Polysomnographic Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and monitors a comprehensive Quality Improvement Program.
• Maintains preventive maintenance and safety of equipment.
• Develops procedures for test accession, identification, retention, and retrieval.
• Initiates and trains qualified technical personnel to maintain standards.
• Plans bi-weekly schedules and coverage.
• Maintains positive staff and physician relationships.
• Manages PAP compliance program.
• Performs day studies (MSLT, MWT, baseline, titration).

Skills

Supervisory experience

Sleep disorders field experience

Leadership

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Position Summary

The Supervisor of Polysomnography is a direct care position in which the incumbent reports to the Director of the Sleep Center with regards to all organizational and administrative functions and to the Medical/Clinical Directors concerning specific clinical functions. The supervisor has shared responsibilities for organizing, coordinating and evaluating the technical aspects of the Sleep Center. The supervisor is also responsible and accountable for the growth and development of all technical staff members.

Demonstrates the organizations commitment to sound ethical business practices as directed by the Corporate Compliance Office and approved by the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities

• Establishes, maintains, and monitors a comprehensive Quality Improvement Program.
• Establishes, maintains, and monitors preventive maintenance to insure equipment is in good working condition and is safe for patient use.
• Establishes, implements, and monitors an appropriate system for test accession, identification, retention, and retrieval.
• Initiates and continues the orientation and training of qualified technical personnel to maintain departmental standards of quality, productivity, and performance.
• Assists in the development of new operating procedures.
• Plans bi-weekly schedules and assignments.
• Make the necessary changes in order to insure adequate coverage.
• Maintains positive employee relations as observed from employee comments, informal observation of employee complaint resolution, consistent treatment of employees, turnover rates, and exit interviews.
• Maintains positive physician relationships as observed by physician comment, observation of problem solving with physicians and their office staff, and feedback from the Medical / Clinical Directors.
• Develops, coordinates, implements and monitors the PAP compliance program.
• Tests are scored and available for interpretation in a timely manner.
• Patients can be accommodated in a short period of time with special consideration for emergency cases.
• Inventory supplies are checked on a weekly basis and ordered as necessary.
• Other activities/reports are completed within time frames agreed upon between the Supervisor and the Director.
• Performs day studies including MSLT’s, MWT’s, baseline’s and titration’s, assuring completion in a timely and accurate manner.
• Utilizes technical personnel available.
• Utilizes the financial resources available for supplies and equipment.
• Suggests and recommends items to be included in the Department’s operating and capital equipment budgets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree
• Three to five years’ experience in the sleep disorders field. Two years of which is supervisory experience.
• Current license in respiratory therapy from the NYS Dept of Education
• Registered by the Association of Polysomnographic Technologists.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $34.80- $50.46

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.