Polysomnographic Technologist - Neurology
About The Position
Works under medical supervision to perform and evaluate overnight polysomnograms, while independently operating sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep/wake physiology. Applies recording devices to patients, cleans and sterilizes equipment, monitors polysomnograms, and recognizes sleep pathology in the laboratory, responding with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety. The position also supervises and coordinates the activities of other technicians. The role is based in a normal office environment and direct patient care setting. Work may involve sitting, standing or walking, and bending, crouching or stooping. Equipment includes office equipment and clinical/diagnostic equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent high school certification, or a combination of education and/or experience.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be obtained within one month of hire. Online BLS certifications without a skills assessment component do not meet the requirement.
- A qualifying credential may include Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists or Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) from the American Board of Sleep Medicine.
- No specific work experience is required.
- A driver's license is not required.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred skills include BiPAP, CPAP, data interpretation, equipment maintenance and operation, onsite training, patient education, polysomnograms, sleep disorders, sleep medicine, supervision, supplies management, and troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Set up, calibrate, and monitor recording equipment for PSG, MSLT, MAD, Inspire, and CPAP/BIPAP/ASV to ensure artifact-free tracings.
- Recognize and record clinically and physiologically relevant events.
- Detect and correct equipment malfunctions.
- Interpret polysomnogram data.
- Interview patients to obtain sleep histories.
- Handle phone calls and answer questions from patients and physicians.
- Prepare for patients in high-risk situations, including those with cardiac or pulmonary problems.
- Aid in training new trainees.
- Supervise and coordinate activities of other outpatients.
- Check inventory and order supplies as needed.
- Assist with general maintenance and organization of the lab area.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Apply recording devices to patients, clean and sterilize equipment, and monitor polysomnograms.
- Recognize sleep pathology in the laboratory and respond with appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
Benefits
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- Eligible employees may participate in a defined contribution 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, with employee and university contributions starting at 7%.
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program, financial resources, and access to dietitians.
- Four weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child, plus family care resources.
- Tuition coverage for employees and their families, including dependent undergraduate tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
