Polysomnographic Trainee - Sleep Lab Bloomington

Carle Foundation Hospital-posted 4 months ago
Bloomington, IL
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A sleep (polysomnographic) trainee develops competency in and performs basic sleep testing and associated interventions, under the direct supervision of a sleep technologist (RPSGT or RST). Provides education and support to patients and families regarding sleep testing and sleep disorders treatment.

  • Documents patient arrival, interactions, and consent for testing
  • Reviews patient history and supporting documentation for medical necessity
  • Acquires and documents additional information from the patient or ordering provider, if needed, to ensure appropriateness of testing and parameters
  • Reviews and verifies departmental orders for testing
  • Performs routine positive airway pressure (PAP) interface fitting, desensitization, and education
  • Prepares patient for testing according to policy, selecting appropriate equipment per order
  • Per policy, documents routine observations during testing
  • Correlates physiologic data and behavioral observations to facilitate scoring and interpretation of data
  • Performs equipment and physiologic calibrations to ensure quality data; monitors data quality to ensure recording is artifact-free
  • Performs equipment cleaning and disinfection; assures infection and quality control according to policy
  • Develops and demonstrates proficiency in distinguishing sleep states and identifying clinical events, according to professional guidelines
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-specific care for all populations seen in the Sleep Lab
  • Follows 'Lights On' procedures to verify integrity of data, and completeness of test documentation and patient forms
  • Assists with appropriate interventions (including patient safety and sleep-related therapeutic interventions)
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships; communicates professionally and respectfully with all internal and external customers
  • Supports and participates in quality and PI initiatives
  • Performs and demonstrates proficiency in performing ancillary testing (oximetry, actigraphy, home sleep apnea testing)
  • Assists in requesting and maintaining testing supplies; participates in routine department tasks and orderliness of work area
  • RPSGT (Registered Polysomnographic Technologist) or RST (Registered Sleep Technologist) certification
  • Associate's degree in polysomnography or related field
  • Completion of a sleep technology training program
  • Proficiency in sleep testing and scoring
  • Knowledge of sleep disorders and their treatment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records
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