Polysomnographic Technologist Advanced - PT, Nights

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic polysomnographic testing procedures and sets up and initiates sleep-related therapies, including home sleep testing, actigraphy, and other remote study technology. Testing modalities include polysomnograms (PSGs), pneumocardiograms, multiple sleep latency tests (MSLTs), multiple wakefulness tests (MWTs), and home sleep testing. Works independently to perform procedures according to physician orders and departmental policy. Primarily scores sleep study procedures and provides related patient education.

Requirements

Associate degree and graduation from an American Medical Association-approved school for Respiratory Therapy or successor accrediting authority, with CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS from NBRC, or RPSGT credential from BRPT; for Tennessee work, graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited sleep program and/or an RPSGT credential from BRPT.
In lieu of an associate degree, ten years of experience in sleep medicine and/or respiratory care may be considered.
BLS certification.
For South Carolina work, required authorization to start PAP or oxygen through the SC Board for Respiratory Care if not a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in South Carolina; alternatively, applicable state Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure with CRT or RRT from NBRC, or BRPT RPSGT credential. NBRC and/or BRPT credentials must be maintained.
For respiratory therapists hired before June 2019, Certified Respiratory Therapist status may qualify. Those hired from June 2019 onward must pass a sleep credential examination (RPSGT, CRT-SDS, RRT-SDS, or RST) within 24 months of hire.
For Tennessee work, a Tennessee Licensed Polysomnographic Technologist license and BRPT registration are required.
Skills to treat patients of all ages, including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Windows.
Clinical skills needed to perform the essential functions of the role.
Interpersonal skills.
Mathematical skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of polysomnographic work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and score sleep study procedures, including home sleep testing, in accordance with physician orders, departmental policy, and Medical Director guidelines.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment within the scope of knowledge.
Communicate with the supervisor and manager about patient, equipment, and other issues.
Obtain required patient information and consent before studies and document patient education for home sleep studies.
Initiate, monitor, and perform quality, artifact-free sleep studies.
Follow department time and attendance standards and infection control practices.
Provide clinical leadership in assigned areas, assisting and educating respiratory therapists, technicians, and other personnel on patient treatment and care.
Assist with employee education and orientation of new employees, and serve as a preceptor for students.
Score sleep studies according to AASM Scoring Guidelines and meet average scoring volume requirements.
Meet inter-scorer reliability goals established by the Medical Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.