Duke PF
Polysomnography Technologist - Pediatric Sleep Lab
Duke PF, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Polysomnography Technologist - Pediatric Sleep Lab
Location: Duke University Hospital – Pediatrics Sleep Lab, 400 Elf Street, Durham, NC 27710
Work Arrangement: Regular
Shift: Three (3) 12‑hour shifts – 3rd Shift / Nights, any combination of shifts.
Compensation: $7,500 Commitment Bonus and Relocation Assistance.
Requisition Number: 258958
At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. Join us and discover how we can advance health together.
General Summary
The Sleep Tech will provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep‑related disorders with the use of various diagnostic and therapeutic tools providing care to patients of all ages.
Score clinical events according to professional and laboratory guidelines (respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.).
Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
Use oximeter, capnography, actigraphy, nocturnal oxygen, screening devices, and questionnaires.
Level 1
Verify the medical order and protocol.
Explain the procedure and orient the patient to the sleep center.
Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning.
Perform routine PAP mask fitting.
Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
Assist with “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
Assist and observe polysomnography data acquisition.
Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events.
Assist with appropriate interventions (e.g., BPAP, O2 administration) for patient safety and therapeutic intervention.
Assist with “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity and complete the collection process.
Perform routine polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality to ensure artifact‑free signals.
Identify and report signal abnormalities.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age‑specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Level 2
Perform all Level 1 duties.
Review history, physical information, medications, procedure request, and study protocol.
Prepare and calibrate equipment, making adjustments if necessary.
Perform “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values.
Independently perform routine and c‑PAP/split polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality and making adjustments if necessary.
Implement appropriate interventions (e.g., BPAP, O2 administration) for patient safety and therapeutic intervention.
Perform “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the collection process.
Level 3
Perform all Level 1 and 2 duties.
Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information to identify and meet patient‑specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
Explain pre‑testing, testing, and post‑testing procedures to the patient.
Perform routine and complex PAP mask fitting.
Perform routine and complex PAP/split/BPAP/ASV polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality and making adjustments if necessary.
Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.
Follow procedural protocols (e.g., MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration) to ensure collection of appropriate data.
Oversee and perform difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.
Perform maintenance on equipment and communicate problems to coworkers, vendor, or supervisor.
Troubleshoot equipment and lab issues independently, acting as an equipment super‑user.
Demonstrate ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
Develop clinical standards and protocols.
Generate requisitions for patient studies, check‑in patients as needed.
Assign nightly workload to coworkers.
Perform minimum number of hours designated a year as charge tech.
Required Experience Education
Level 1:
High school diploma or GED, or 1 year of post‑secondary education, or current enrollment in an accredited program leading to an associate degree in a health‑related field with an emphasis in polysomnography.
Level 2:
Associate’s degree in a health‑related field preferred, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility.
Level 3:
Associate’s degree in a health‑related field preferred in polysomnography, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility.
Experience
Level 1:
With an associate degree in a health‑related field, no experience required; otherwise 6 months of direct patient care experience.
Level 2:
18 months experience in polysomnography testing preferred or documented proficiency in all required competencies as a Polysomnography Technician. If no associate degree in a health‑related field, must have an additional two years’ experience in direct patient care.
Level 3:
4 years of experience in Polysomnography Technology required.
Licensure, and/or Certification
Level 1:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT or RRT) license required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Level 2:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapist with sleep disorders specialist certification (CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Level 3:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapists with sleep disorders specialist certification (CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
Level 1:
Develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnography testing and associated interventions under direct supervision of a Level 2 or Level 3 technologist. 10 hours of CEUs, selects 1 choice from a list of options for professional growth (e.g., member of national organization, committee work). Must be enrolled in AASM A-Step online education modules.
Level 2:
Performs comprehensive polysomnography testing and analysis, under general supervision of a Level 3 technologist or clinical director. 12 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs), selects 3 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Can provide supervision of a Level 1 technician.
Level 3:
Works under general supervision of the clinical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. 16 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs), selects 5 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Can provide supervision of other staff.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Work Arrangement: Regular
Shift: Three (3) 12‑hour shifts – 3rd Shift / Nights, any combination of shifts.
Compensation: $7,500 Commitment Bonus and Relocation Assistance.
Requisition Number: 258958
At Duke Health, we’re driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. Join us and discover how we can advance health together.
General Summary
The Sleep Tech will provide clinical assessment, physiological monitoring, and testing to assist with diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep‑related disorders with the use of various diagnostic and therapeutic tools providing care to patients of all ages.
Score clinical events according to professional and laboratory guidelines (respiratory events, cardiac events, limb movements, arousals, etc.).
Generate accurate reports by tabulating sleep/wake and clinical event data.
Use oximeter, capnography, actigraphy, nocturnal oxygen, screening devices, and questionnaires.
Level 1
Verify the medical order and protocol.
Explain the procedure and orient the patient to the sleep center.
Prepare and calibrate equipment required for testing to determine proper functioning.
Perform routine PAP mask fitting.
Apply electrodes and sensors according to accepted published standards.
Assist with “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values (body position, oxyhemoglobin saturation, respiratory and heart rates, etc.).
Assist and observe polysomnography data acquisition.
Document routine observations, including sleep stages and clinical events, changes in procedure, and other significant events.
Assist with appropriate interventions (e.g., BPAP, O2 administration) for patient safety and therapeutic intervention.
Assist with “lights on” procedures to verify data integrity and complete the collection process.
Perform routine polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality to ensure artifact‑free signals.
Identify and report signal abnormalities.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age‑specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Level 2
Perform all Level 1 duties.
Review history, physical information, medications, procedure request, and study protocol.
Prepare and calibrate equipment, making adjustments if necessary.
Perform “lights out” procedures to establish and document baseline values.
Independently perform routine and c‑PAP/split polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality and making adjustments if necessary.
Implement appropriate interventions (e.g., BPAP, O2 administration) for patient safety and therapeutic intervention.
Perform “lights on” procedures to verify integrity of collected data and complete the collection process.
Level 3
Perform all Level 1 and 2 duties.
Collect, analyze, and integrate patient information to identify and meet patient‑specific needs (physical/mental limitations, current emotional/physiological status regarding the testing procedure, pertinent medical/social history).
Determine final testing parameters/procedures in conjunction with the ordering physician or clinical director and laboratory protocols.
Explain pre‑testing, testing, and post‑testing procedures to the patient.
Perform routine and complex PAP mask fitting.
Perform routine and complex PAP/split/BPAP/ASV polysomnography data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality and making adjustments if necessary.
Perform positive airway pressure (PAP) mask fitting.
Follow procedural protocols (e.g., MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, PAP, oxygen titration) to ensure collection of appropriate data.
Oversee and perform difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions.
Perform maintenance on equipment and communicate problems to coworkers, vendor, or supervisor.
Troubleshoot equipment and lab issues independently, acting as an equipment super‑user.
Demonstrate ability to analyze complex situations and apply policy.
Develop clinical standards and protocols.
Generate requisitions for patient studies, check‑in patients as needed.
Assign nightly workload to coworkers.
Perform minimum number of hours designated a year as charge tech.
Required Experience Education
Level 1:
High school diploma or GED, or 1 year of post‑secondary education, or current enrollment in an accredited program leading to an associate degree in a health‑related field with an emphasis in polysomnography.
Level 2:
Associate’s degree in a health‑related field preferred, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility.
Level 3:
Associate’s degree in a health‑related field preferred in polysomnography, or successful completion of a polysomnography program of no less than one year in duration, associated with a state license and/or nationally accredited educational facility.
Experience
Level 1:
With an associate degree in a health‑related field, no experience required; otherwise 6 months of direct patient care experience.
Level 2:
18 months experience in polysomnography testing preferred or documented proficiency in all required competencies as a Polysomnography Technician. If no associate degree in a health‑related field, must have an additional two years’ experience in direct patient care.
Level 3:
4 years of experience in Polysomnography Technology required.
Licensure, and/or Certification
Level 1:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Care Practitioner (CRT or RRT) license required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Level 2:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapist with sleep disorders specialist certification (CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Level 3:
Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) or Respiratory Therapists with sleep disorders specialist certification (CRT‑SDS or RRT‑SDS) required. Maintain current licensure/registration with NC Medical Board and current BLS certification.
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
Level 1:
Develops competency in and performs the basics of polysomnography testing and associated interventions under direct supervision of a Level 2 or Level 3 technologist. 10 hours of CEUs, selects 1 choice from a list of options for professional growth (e.g., member of national organization, committee work). Must be enrolled in AASM A-Step online education modules.
Level 2:
Performs comprehensive polysomnography testing and analysis, under general supervision of a Level 3 technologist or clinical director. 12 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs), selects 3 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Can provide supervision of a Level 1 technician.
Level 3:
Works under general supervision of the clinical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders, including polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services or patient care and education. 16 hours of CE (10 must be CEUs), selects 5 choices from a list of options for professional growth. Can provide supervision of other staff.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at
hr.duke.edu/eeo .
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