Polysomnography Tech - Sleep Lab - St. Anne Hospital
About The Position
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Polysomnography Tech– St. Charles Hospital SUMMARY: Performs basic and advanced Polysomnography and related tasks. Scores and analyzes Polysomnographic data. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Requirements
- Highschool Diploma or GED
- Registered, Board of Polysomnographic Technologists
- Commensurate with RPsgT Certification
- BLS certification, operate computers as basic level; must be able to take patient weight, height, blood pressure
Nice To Haves
- Vocational/Technical Degree - Science
- Combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Responsibilities
- Calibrates all equipment necessary for PSG recording including oximeter, polygraph, CO2 monitor, etc.
- Interacts with patients to obtain vital signs, pertinent medical sleep history, and responds to basic patient needs and requests. Provides basic information to patients on equipment and recording procedures.
- Attaches electrodes and other recording devices to patients undergoing sleep studies according to standardized procedures. Removes and cleans all such devices at the completion of sleep study.
- Monitors PSG collection computers and make appropriate adjustments to produce quality PSC recordings free of artifact. Records observations of patient activities and technologist interventions. Able to troubleshoot as necessary to resolve problems with equipment/recordings.
- Scores sleep records for sleep stages, respiratory events, limb movements, and other parameters. Meets department standards for interscorer reliability.
- Titrates PAP devices and O2 during sleep study for optimal resolution of respiratory events and nocturnal desaturations. Conducts CPAP training and desensitization prior to start of CPAP study.
- Records written documentation of patient activity in patient’s Sleep Center chart or electronic collection file.
- Maintains clean and orderly work area and cleans equipment per department policies. Replenishes supplies used in all phases of sleep study as needed.
- Stays current in the field of sleep technology by participation in the continuing education activities required for AASM accreditation.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
