Sleep Lab Technologist

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

3d • $20 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs, assesses, analyzes, and scores polysomnographic studies. Compensation Pay Range: $19.85 - $46.72

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an approved/accredited Allied Health program.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience as a polysomnographic technologist preferred.
• RST or RPSGT or ST Eligible - Registered Sleep Technologist (ABSM) or Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) or Sleep Tech Registry Eligible (new grad)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
• Registered Sleep Technologist - American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Effective June 16, 2013 current and active registration as a Registered Sleep Technologist (ABSM) or a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) will be required. Newly graduated technologists will have 18 months from hire/position date to obtain their registration.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Department Supervisor, performs a wide variety of polysomnographic studies in the laboratory.
• Analyzes data, scores polysomnograms and compiles data into a report for physician review.
• Performs multiple sleep latency tests.
• Administers the sleep questionnaire to obtain complete accurate history/assessment.
• Applies all electrodes in a manner consistent with policy and insures the electrodes remain in-place throughout the study.
• Applies appropriate transducers to monitor respiratory effort, airflow and oxygen saturation.
• Monitors the patient throughout the night observing cardiac rhythm and respiration abnormalities.
• Documents abnormal sleep, respiratory and cardiac patterns.
• Recognizes, documents and eliminates artifact.
• Contacts the appropriate physician when warranted by the patient’s condition.
• Administers oxygen and CPAP as directed by the ordering physician.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with patients, patient families, laboratory staff, physicians, and other members of the Hospital staff.
• Attends to the patient’s personal needs throughout the study.
• Explains the test to the patient and family and meets their service needs.
• Instructs the patient and/or family in the proper use and care of nasal CPAP equipment in the home.
• Answers telephone inquiries regarding appointments and test information.
• Is responsible for maintaining and expanding skill and knowledge levels.
• Attends neurodiagnostic educational sessions and inservice training sessions.
• Attends cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (CPR) training sessions.
• Is responsible for patient safety and improving the sleep lab processes in conjunction with supervisors and managers.
• Possesses the knowledge of appropriate actions to take during patient emergency situations and insures patient safety at all times.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining department procedures and protocols.
• Assists in process improvement studies.
• Practices Universal Precautions at all times.
• Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
• Demonstrates the ability to proficiently learn new technological advances in neurodiagnostic care.
• Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
• Adheres to patient identification policies/procedures as evidenced through the PI system.
• Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
• Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines and universal precautions.
• Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
• Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
• Logs all tests and fills out charge documents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree