Sleep Technologist RPSGT

Parrish Medical Center•Titusville, FL

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lead Neurodiagnostic Technologist or designee, the Sleep Technologist performs, monitors, and scores sleep-related diagnostic procedures in an acute care or diagnostic testing environment. The role requires a strong understanding of the disease processes associated with procedures performed, along with assessment and reassessment of patients and development and monitoring of care plans. The technologist applies skills with specific equipment and serves adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The position is scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., full time, for 36 standard hours per week. The technologist works in the Sleep Lab and performs patient support, education, equipment processing, reporting, billing, quality control, and supply-management duties. Parrish Healthcare describes its work environment as a healing workplace that empowers employees and pairs them with appropriate roles and resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus one year of direct patient care experience, or one year of post-secondary education from an accredited educational program emphasizing polysomnography.
At least one year of experience.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) credential; registry-eligible candidates must obtain the RPSGT within the first year of hire.
BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Perform, monitor, and score sleep-related diagnostic procedures, including PAP, oxygen titration, and multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT), in accordance with established standards.
Evaluate the effectiveness of procedures and make changes as needed; provide patient follow-up as required.
Demonstrate competency in procedures within the scope of practice for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Use, teach others to use, and troubleshoot equipment used to perform procedures.
Process laboratory equipment according to infection-control procedures.
Perform patient support functions, including education, transport, procedure charging, and gathering patient information, while maintaining infection-control and safety principles.
Provide input to expedite treatment, assist physicians with evaluations and procedures, and collaborate with other health team members.
Provide appropriate education to patients and families.
Process patient reports and billing procedures for Neurodiagnostic tests.
Assist with gathering quality-control and process-improvement data for laboratory equipment and procedures.
Gather statistical and quality-control information and review policies and procedures to meet JCAHO guidelines.
Maintain and evaluate the ordering and stocking of laboratory supplies.
Know and follow fire, disaster, and safety procedures and regulations relevant to the work area.
Perform similar or related duties as assigned.