Polysomnography Tech Assistant - Full-Time
About The Position
The Polysomnographic (PSG) Technician Assistant supports diagnostic sleep testing, including PSG, HSAT, actigraphy, oximetry, MSLT, and MWT. The role provides delegated patient care, including personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, and helps technologists prepare patients and apply monitoring equipment. Equipment may include electrodes for EEG, EMG, EOG, and ECG, oxygen saturation sensors, and respiratory monitoring devices such as cannulas, thermistors, and inductive bands. The assistant serves pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, promoting comfort, safety, and dignity in a collaborative care environment. The role also involves maintaining equipment and supplies, supporting infection prevention, ensuring regulatory compliance, and participating in quality improvement activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification; applicants without a valid certification must complete it as part of orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Additional work experience in a patient-contact or healthcare area is desirable.
- Additional work experience in patient care or healthcare is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support diagnostic sleep testing, including PSG, HSAT, actigraphy, oximetry, MSLT, and MWT.
- Provide delegated patient care, including personal care and assistance with activities of daily living as needed.
- Assist technologists with patient preparation and application of monitoring equipment, including electrodes and respiratory monitoring devices.
- Assist with mobility and personal care, and communicate patient observations.
- Maintain equipment and supplies.
- Support infection prevention efforts and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in quality improvement activities.
- Promote comfort, safety, and dignity for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Affordable vision plan with a national network.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
