Yale New Haven Health
The polysomnographic technologist, under the direction of the manager and the Medical Director, prepares the pediatric patient, conducts overnight physiologic studies-polysomnograms(PSG), collects vital signs and other pertinent information to ensure proper interpretation by the physician/polysomnographer in accordance with established policies and procedures as assigned. Maintains vigilience in a non-stimulating environment and knows when to consult the supervisor physician regarding the patient's status. Attention to detail is critical since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the manager, prepares the pediatric patient, conducts overnight physiologic studies, polysomnograms (PSG), and collects pertinent information to ensure proper interpretation by the Physician/Polysomnographer in accordance with established policies and procedures as assigned. Prepares the child (and parent) in an age-appropriate manner by explaining all procedures involved in setting up the polysomnogram. Follows YNHH and the Pediatric Sleep Center established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe and clean environment. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patient's medical problems and physiological events, especially respiratory problems, seizures, or cardiac dysrhythmias, including notifying the Medical Director, activating the emergency button for urgent help, and administering supplemental oxygen or basic life support until help arrives. Collaborates with co-workers, physicians, and other departments within the health system. Assists and supports a learning environment, assists new staff with understanding patient equipment set-ups. Displays commitment to professional growth and development by regular attendance at department meetings and educational programs and orientation participation. Maintains vigilance in a non-stimulating environment and knows when to consult the manager/physician regarding the patient's status. Attention to detail is critical, as well as the ability to troubleshoot and work independently since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist. Majority of work is done overnight, ability to maintain wakefulness is essential. Reviews existing information in the patient record, examines orders and protocols for study, recognizes sleep/wake or respiratory complaints, sleep patterns, and potential need for treatment intervention during testing, collects pertinent patient information to ensure proper interpretation by the physician, and communicates with the ordering physician or center/lab director to clarify unclear or inappropriate orders and communicates information about the patient's status. Basic understanding of Microsoft Word in order to do Sleep Study Reports/Templates during the night. Qualifications
High school graduate. Previous education in allied health or life science is helpful in assimilating normal and abnormal physiology, as well as in working with the sophisticated equipment used during the polysomnogram. Become a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) following 2 years of clinical experience at the pediatric sleep center. A minimum of two (2) years in Health Care related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience if not a RPSGT. Training in the Pediatric Sleep Center may be a possibility. Minimum one (1) year health care experience that includes neonates, young infants, toddlers, and special needs children preferred. Obtain RPSGT credential within 2 years of employment. Has the ability to understand normal cardiorespiratory, neurologic, and sleep/wake physiology. Measures and applies appropriate EEG electrodes, applies appropriate EKG, EMG, and EOG monitoring electrodes, and places and securely attaches recording transducers to measure airflow, respiratory effort, oximetry, and capnography, and performs physiological calibration as well as machine calibrations. Prepares the child in an age-appropriate manner by explaining all procedures involved in setting up the polysomnogram. Initiates and titrates CPAP/BiPAP therapy based on physician's order and established protocols. Overnight as well as flexible shifts. Will have to commute to any of the sites as needed. Each employee has a home base site but will be required to work at any location as needed based on patient necessity. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
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Under the direction of the manager, prepares the pediatric patient, conducts overnight physiologic studies, polysomnograms (PSG), and collects pertinent information to ensure proper interpretation by the Physician/Polysomnographer in accordance with established policies and procedures as assigned. Prepares the child (and parent) in an age-appropriate manner by explaining all procedures involved in setting up the polysomnogram. Follows YNHH and the Pediatric Sleep Center established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe and clean environment. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patient's medical problems and physiological events, especially respiratory problems, seizures, or cardiac dysrhythmias, including notifying the Medical Director, activating the emergency button for urgent help, and administering supplemental oxygen or basic life support until help arrives. Collaborates with co-workers, physicians, and other departments within the health system. Assists and supports a learning environment, assists new staff with understanding patient equipment set-ups. Displays commitment to professional growth and development by regular attendance at department meetings and educational programs and orientation participation. Maintains vigilance in a non-stimulating environment and knows when to consult the manager/physician regarding the patient's status. Attention to detail is critical, as well as the ability to troubleshoot and work independently since the quality of data from the PSG is solely the responsibility of the technologist. Majority of work is done overnight, ability to maintain wakefulness is essential. Reviews existing information in the patient record, examines orders and protocols for study, recognizes sleep/wake or respiratory complaints, sleep patterns, and potential need for treatment intervention during testing, collects pertinent patient information to ensure proper interpretation by the physician, and communicates with the ordering physician or center/lab director to clarify unclear or inappropriate orders and communicates information about the patient's status. Basic understanding of Microsoft Word in order to do Sleep Study Reports/Templates during the night. Qualifications
High school graduate. Previous education in allied health or life science is helpful in assimilating normal and abnormal physiology, as well as in working with the sophisticated equipment used during the polysomnogram. Become a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) following 2 years of clinical experience at the pediatric sleep center. A minimum of two (2) years in Health Care related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience if not a RPSGT. Training in the Pediatric Sleep Center may be a possibility. Minimum one (1) year health care experience that includes neonates, young infants, toddlers, and special needs children preferred. Obtain RPSGT credential within 2 years of employment. Has the ability to understand normal cardiorespiratory, neurologic, and sleep/wake physiology. Measures and applies appropriate EEG electrodes, applies appropriate EKG, EMG, and EOG monitoring electrodes, and places and securely attaches recording transducers to measure airflow, respiratory effort, oximetry, and capnography, and performs physiological calibration as well as machine calibrations. Prepares the child in an age-appropriate manner by explaining all procedures involved in setting up the polysomnogram. Initiates and titrates CPAP/BiPAP therapy based on physician's order and established protocols. Overnight as well as flexible shifts. Will have to commute to any of the sites as needed. Each employee has a home base site but will be required to work at any location as needed based on patient necessity. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
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