Polysomnographic Technologist

Ascension•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Study Execution: Preparing patients for polysomnograms (PSGs), which involves applying electrodes and sensors to monitor brain waves, heart rate, and breathing. Patient Advocacy & Safety: Interviewing patients to understand their specific symptoms and monitoring them throughout the night to intervene during apneic events or equipment malfunctions. Data Analysis (Scoring): This is a high-level skill where you "score" the study—identifying sleep stages, respiratory events (hypopneas/apneas), and limb movements to provide an interpreted report for the physician. Technical Management: Calibrating sensitive diagnostic equipment and performing troubleshooting or repairs to ensure data integrity.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Reg Polysomnographic Technologist credentialed from the Tennessee Polysomnography Professional Standards Committee obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

Preparing patients for polysomnograms (PSGs), which involves applying electrodes and sensors to monitor brain waves, heart rate, and breathing.
Interviewing patients to understand their specific symptoms and monitoring them throughout the night to intervene during apneic events or equipment malfunctions.
Scoring the study—identifying sleep stages, respiratory events (hypopneas/apneas), and limb movements to provide an interpreted report for the physician.
Calibrating sensitive diagnostic equipment and performing troubleshooting or repairs to ensure data integrity.