PSG Technologist Non Registered-Crestwood Medical Center-PRN-3rd shift
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Center for Sleep Disorders Director, the Polysomnographic Technologist performs all types of diagnostic testing offered in the department. Functions include equipment and patient calibration, set-up, performance, documentation, and troubleshooting of Polysomnographic recordings, tabulation and processing of test information, and sleep laboratory logistical operations. The role also involves oversight, education, and training of PSG and student technologists during the work shift. The technologist participates in performance improvement programs and new program development. They assume responsibility and accountability for patients in the department and provide care through assessment, observation, and documentation. Other related duties incidental to the work described are also performed. Work is primarily independent and requires the demonstrated ability to perform emergency procedures, work in a stressful environment under minimal supervision, and possess strong organizational and prioritizing skills. Effective verbal and written communication in English is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be enrolled in or have completed the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules.
- Non-registered technologists and technicians must complete the A-STEP Online Self Study Modules within two years of enrollment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of Polysomnographic recordings.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the scoring and analysis of Polysomnographic recordings.
- Current BLS required.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment under minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in organizational and prioritizing skills required.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English required.
Nice To Haves
- Certification or Registered preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs all types of diagnostic testing offered in the department.
- Conducts equipment and patient calibration, set-up, performance, documentation, and troubleshooting of Polysomnographic recordings.
- Tabulates and processes test information.
- Manages sleep laboratory logistical operations.
- Provides oversight, education, and training of PSG and student technologists during the work shift.
- Participates in performance improvement programs and new program development.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the department and provides care through assessment, observation, and documentation.
- Performs other related duties incidental to the work described.
- Demonstrates ability to perform emergency procedures.
- Works in a stressful environment under minimal supervision.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
