Polysomnographic Tech/RRT - Sleep Lab - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Vestal, NY

About The Position

The Polysomnographic Tech/RRT conducts nocturnal and diurnal sleep studies for children, adults, and geriatric patients, monitoring EEG, EOG, EKG, EMG, nasal/oral ventilation, chest excursion, and pulse oximetry. The role performs special procedures as needed, including CPAP and BiPAP titrations, and assists with scoring sleep studies and interpreting polygraphic recordings. The position scores sleep stages, arousals, PLMS, respiratory events, and other physiological data according to established standards. It uses computer-based equipment for data acquisition, storage, and retrieval; applies EEG electrodes using the standard 10-20 system; and produces polysomnographic data that meets artifact-free standards. The technologist monitors patient responses to CPAP, determines suitable pressure settings, and selects appropriately fitting masks and headgear. The role also includes learning to operate and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment, maintaining equipment and supplies, completing records and billing information, communicating with patients, and educating patients on CPAP machines and their use.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Registered Respiratory Therapist credential required.
Licensed Respiratory Therapist credential required.
Basic computer skills and understanding.
Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment.
Ability to communicate well with patients.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a respiratory therapist preferred.
One year of experience as a polysomnographic technician preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct nocturnal and diurnal sleep studies, monitoring EEG, EOG, EKG, EMG, nasal/oral ventilation, chest excursion, and pulse oximetry.
Perform special procedures as needed, including CPAP and BiPAP titrations.
Assist in scoring sleep studies and interpreting polygraphic recordings.
Score sleep stages, arousals, PLMS, respiratory events, and other physiological data to established standards.
Use computer equipment and systems for operation of equipment, attaching interfaces, and acquisition, storage, and retrieval of data.
Review current literature on sleep disorders and keep current on new techniques and advances in the field.
Apply EEG electrodes using the standard 10-20 system.
Produce artifact-free polysomnographic data to standard criteria.
Monitor patient response to CPAP while establishing optimal pressures to maintain an airway.
Determine proper mask size and headgear to ensure fit and comfort.
Learn to operate and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment.
Keep current on equipment repairs, cleanliness, condition, and needed supplies.
File records and complete and forward appropriate billing information.
Communicate with patients and educate them about CPAP machines and how to use them.