Sleep Technologist
Job Description
Job Summary:
- Works under the supervision of the Sr. Administrative Director Cardiopulmonary Services or designee, Supervisor and upon the orders of a physician.
- Performs technically high quality PSG testing as outlined in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs non-invasive polysomnography using 16 or more channels.
- Correctly and accurately places PSG monitors (EMG, EKG, EEG, Oximeter, nasal and oral thermistors, leg leads, upper airway sensor, respiratory belts, and other monitors needed).
- Performs CPAP/Bi Level titrations under the supervision of a registered tech (RPSGT or RCP).
- Administers Oxygen under supervision of a registered tech (RPSGT or RCP).
- Charts all patient events, behaviors, and information.
- Uses Hospital Meditech computer system.
- Performs preventative maintenance, calibration, minor repairs, cleaning, and disinfecting equipment.
- Performs related duties, such as, stocking supplies, clerical duties, satisfying telephone and other staff inquiries.
- Assists in training of other Sleep Disorder Technician’s.
- Assists in evaluating new equipment for the lab.
- Stays current on sleep literature and new technologies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Associate Degree with an emphasis in polysomnography OR successful completion of training in polysomnography with certification achieved – Required.
Experience:
- One (1) year experience in Sleep Medicine Center or EEG.
- Epic Experience: Minimum of 6–12 months within the past year.
Licensure:
- California State Polysomnographic Technologist license required.
- Registered through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) required.
- Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
Essential Mental Abilities:
- PSG and EEG knowledge, equipment mechanics, and computers.