Polysomnographic Technologist

Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA

3d•$49 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under the supervision of the Sr. Administrative Director/ Cardiopulmonary Services or designee, Supervisor and upon the orders of a physician. The technologist performs technically high-quality PSG testing as outlined in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and performs CPAP/BIPAP/ASV/AVAP titrations. The role involves maintaining sleep apnea and titration logs during tests and demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. The technologist will perform non-invasive polysomnography using 16 or more channels, correctly and accurately place PSG monitors, and set up CPAP/BIPAP/ASV/AVAPS, administering oxygen therapy as necessary. Responsibilities also include charting patient events, behaviors, and information, using the Hospital EPIC/Meditech computer system, performing preventative maintenance, calibration, minor repairs, cleaning, and disinfecting equipment, and performing related duties such as stocking supplies, clerical duties, and satisfying staff inquiries. The technologist is expected to stay current on sleep literature and new technologies and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduate from an American Medical Association (AMA) accredited Respiratory Care Program required or successful completion of training in polysomnography with registration achieved.
Current California State Polysomnographic Technologist license or California Respiratory Care Practitioners license required.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologist required.
Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in Sleep Medicine Center or EEG preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs technically high-quality PSG testing as outlined in the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
Performs CPAP/BIPAP/ASV/AVAP titrations.
Maintains sleep apnea and titration logs during tests.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
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).
Sets up CPAP/BIPAP/ASV/AVAPS ; administers oxygen therapy as necessary.
Charts all patient events, behaviors, and information.
Uses Hospital EPIC/ 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.
Stays current on sleep literature and new technologies.
Performs other duties as assigned.