TECH - SLEEP LAB/POLYS (REG)

UHS•Aiken, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Sleep Lab Tech performs comprehensive sleep testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of the Medical Director and/or Cardiopulmonary Supervisor or designee. Compiles data into a report for physician review. Duties: Accurately applies appropriate sensors and monitoring devices to the patient according to laboratory standards. Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards. Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient’s record and family members to include any sleep disturbances. Explains test procedure(s) to patient and family members present. Performs polysomnograms according to standards of the laboratory: PSG with and without continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bi-directional positive airway pressure (BiPAP), multiple sleep latency test, split-night PSG. "Determines and initiates appropriate treatment modalities/interventions per physician order/protocol. " Recognizes artifact (patient or environmental). Documents, eliminates or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact. Facilitates high quality recording while supporting routine and emergency patient needs. Observes, monitors and documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record before, during and again after polysomnogram procedure according to laboratory standards. Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep patterns. Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep clinical events. Tabulates and analyzes the wake-sleep clinical event data. Generates an analysis summary to accurately reflect recorded and scored data. "Assists Cardiopulmonary Services Director in the development and on-going review of policies, procedures and protocols for the Sleep Laboratory. Assists in the provision of public awareness education. Shares knowledge, skills and contributions willingly with associates. Assures current knowledge and competence through educational activities. Seeks clinical/technical experience relevant to role responsibilities. Knowledge of basic infection control standards relating to patient and equipment including electrodes. Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Knowledge of appropriate calibrations and how to make adjustments. Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and correct them or report to BioMed promptly. Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, lab staff and other members of the healthcare team. Consults with various health care providers in a timely manner. Suggest appropriate referrals to assure continuity of care and timely interventions. Working knowledge of the differences in techniques and treatment modalities performed on patients of varying ages from adolescent thru geriatric. Provides effective education to patients and their family.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Successful completion of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Care, EEG, or related health sciences program with an emphasis in sleep technology.
A minimum of 6 months experience performing sleep studies and CPAP/BiPAP titration preferred.
Non-respiratory care practitioners must show successful completion of A-STEP.
RCP must hold current S.C. Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
All others must complete A-Step program.
BLS certification by the AHA required.

Nice To Haves

RPSGT, CPSGT, or SDS credential preferred within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive sleep testing and analysis, and associated interventions under the general supervision of the Medical Director and/or Cardiopulmonary Supervisor or designee.
Compiles data into a report for physician review.
Accurately applies appropriate sensors and monitoring devices to the patient according to laboratory standards.
Ensures that electrode impedances meet laboratory standards.
Writes a comprehensive patient history gathering appropriate information from patient, patient’s record and family members to include any sleep disturbances.
Explains test procedure(s) to patient and family members present.
Performs polysomnograms according to standards of the laboratory: PSG with and without continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bi-directional positive airway pressure (BiPAP), multiple sleep latency test, split-night PSG.
Determines and initiates appropriate treatment modalities/interventions per physician order/protocol.
Recognizes artifact (patient or environmental). Documents, eliminates or takes proper measures to monitor the artifact.
Facilitates high quality recording while supporting routine and emergency patient needs.
Observes, monitors and documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record before, during and again after polysomnogram procedure according to laboratory standards.
Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep patterns.
Identifies normal/abnormal wake-sleep clinical events.
Tabulates and analyzes the wake-sleep clinical event data.
Generates an analysis summary to accurately reflect recorded and scored data.
Assists Cardiopulmonary Services Director in the development and on-going review of policies, procedures and protocols for the Sleep Laboratory.
Assists in the provision of public awareness education.
Shares knowledge, skills and contributions willingly with associates.
Assures current knowledge and competence through educational activities.
Seeks clinical/technical experience relevant to role responsibilities.
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order.
Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, lab staff and other members of the healthcare team.
Consults with various health care providers in a timely manner.
Suggest appropriate referrals to assure continuity of care and timely interventions.
Provides effective education to patients and their family.