SMG - Polysomnography Tech II - 60073

WVU Medicine•Charleston, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic sleep studies related to the evaluation and treatment of patients with sleep disorders. The role completes testing at the Sleep Evaluation Center and in hospital settings, including bedside and critical care areas, and prepares initial study data for physician review. The technologist documents testing and patient information, communicates with patients and families, scores studies according to American Academy of Sleep Medicine guidelines, and maintains equipment and work areas. The position also supports education and training of trainees and medical staff and participates in departmental improvement and education activities. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week on the day shift and is non-exempt. Work may take place in the Sleep Evaluation Center, at patient bedsides, and in critical care areas of the hospital. It requires the ability to lift, push, or pull at least 40 pounds, sit or stand for extended periods, and work during unscheduled hours.

Requirements

One of the following qualifications and associated experience is required: RPSGT certification through the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists and 18 months of Sleep Lab experience; RST certification through the American Board of Sleep Medicine and 18 months of Sleep Lab experience; or respiratory therapist licensure applicable to the state where services are provided, the required respiratory therapist experience, and one qualifying NBRC certification.
For West Virginia respiratory therapists: Licensed Respiratory Therapist Registered (LRTR) or Licensed Respiratory Therapist Certified (LRTC) through the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care, plus one year of respiratory therapist experience.
For Pennsylvania respiratory therapists: Respiratory Therapist licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine, plus one year of respiratory therapist experience.
Respiratory therapists must hold one of the following NBRC certifications: CPFT, RPFT, CRT, RRT, or SDS.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Good verbal and written skills.
Ability to communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, and patients.
Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 40 pounds; sit or stand for extended periods; and work during unscheduled hours.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in an allied health field or graduation from a respiratory therapy program.
Respiratory license.
ACLS certification.
Respiratory therapist experience with 1–2 years of sleep lab experience.
Hospital patient-care work experience.

Responsibilities

Complete patient testing procedures at the Sleep Center and in the hospital, ensuring high-quality and efficient studies.
Document appropriately in Tech Notes, acquisition equipment, and patient charts.
Perform sleep studies according to Sleep Evaluation Center policies and procedures, including at the bedside and in hospital critical care areas.
Prepare initial data for physicians to use in formulating sleep reports, following department guidelines.
Use the AIDET communication process and inform patients and families about the nature and significance of the study.
Observe, record, and promptly report patient concerns, symptoms, and reactions.
Assess patient status and age-specific needs using knowledge of growth and development across the life span, and provide care as described in department policies and procedures.
Maintain the orderliness and cleanliness of equipment, procedure rooms, and work areas.
Maintain CEU requirements and participate in departmental education and in-services.
Assist with instruction and hands-on technical training for trainees, house staff, and medical staff inside and outside the institution.
Contribute to work-unit and department goals by assisting coworkers, offering ideas, and problem-solving with coworkers.
Score sleep studies according to American Academy of Sleep Medicine guidelines.