Sleep Technician III - Psych Sleep Studies

Stanford Health Care•Redwood City, CA

12d•$49 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

The Sleep Technologist III is responsible for laboratory set-up, patient hook-ups and performing and evaluating overnight polysomnograms. Operate sophisticated medical equipment to record sleep and wake physiology. Work as a team member to perform any and all of the tasks required of each shift. Task sequence, methods, and procedures are set according to international standards guidelines and standards,and Sleep Clinic policy and procedures. Maintain a schedule which includes either day, evening or night shifts. Locations Stanford Health Care

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions
Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
Knowledge and competency in all aspects of Polysomnographic testing, procedures and utilization
Knowledge and understanding of common Sleep Disorders and utilization of electronic systems
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes
Credential from Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (BRPT) as Registered Polysomnographic Technicians (RPSGT)
BLS - Basic Life Support

Responsibilities

Accurately and safely inserts Pes according to Clinic policy and procedures.
Accurately and securely applies electrodes and sensors to patient, using universal standards, and according to Clinic policy and procedures.
Adequately instructs patients regarding hook-up procedure and testing process.
Appropriately fits patient for nasal mask during titration tests.
Appropriately responds to patient care needs.
Conducts urine screen according to Hospital policy and procedure.
Correctly recognizes and eliminates artifact during data collection to meet quality standards.
Generates a comprehensive technologist report to reflect testing procedures, patient testing outcomes, and environmental influences.
Performs CPAP and Bilevel titrations according to Sleep Clinic policy and procedures.
Performs data acquisition and collection procedures according to established protocols and procedures.
Provides comprehensive technologist notes, and logsheets during polysomnograhic testing procedures.
Provides medications to patients per physician orders and according to Hospital policy and procedures.