Polysomnographic Technician - Neurology

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

2d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Technician works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms. This individual will function under general medical supervision of a sleep technologist and/or the medical director or designee, to safely operate sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. The application of recording devices to the patient, cleaning/sterilization of equipment and monitoring of polysomnograms are essential duties of the technician. In addition, the technician must recognize sleep pathology when it occurs in the laboratory and respond with the appropriate inventions to ensure safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) - American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), A-STEP - Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Heart Association, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Red Cross, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Trauma Event Management
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Successful completion of ASTEP or equivalent sleep technology program associated with a state licensed or nationally accredited educational facility OR minimum of six months experience as sleep trainee with documented proficiency in all required competencies OR holds Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) credential or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Polysomnographic Technician (CPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
• Sleep Disorders Facility (1 Year)
• Biological Sciences
• BiPAP
• Cardiac Care
• CPAP
• Electronics Instrumentation
• Equipment Monitoring
• Maintenance Repair
• Maintenance Work
• Medication Safety
• Medication Therapy
• Polysomnographs
• Psychology
• Pulmonary Disorders
• Sleep Disorders
• Troubleshooting

Responsibilities

• Sets up, calibrates and monitors recording equipment necessary for PSG, MSLT, MAD, INSPIRE, and PAP Tiration to ensure artifact free tracings.
• Recognizes and records clinical and physiological relevant events.
• Detects and corrects equipment malfunctions.
• Interprets polysomnogram data.
• Interviews patients to obtain sleep history.
• Handles phone calls; answers questions for patients and physicians.
• Prepares for patients in high-risk situations, as with cardiac or pulmonary problems.
• Aids in the training of new trainees.
• Supervises and coordinates activities of other outpatients.
• Checks inventories and order supplies as needed.
• Assists with general maintenance and organization of the lab area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED