University Hospitals
Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist Lake West Medical Center
University Hospitals, Willoughby, Ohio, United States, 44094
Job Description - Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist Lake West Medical Center (25000CFL)
Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist Lake West Medical Center - ( 25000CFL )
A Brief Overview Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist performs in-lab sleep testing, Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT), patient care and education and works under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, the Supervisor and Medical Directors to provide comprehensive testing for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. The Technologist may need to travel to various sleep lab locations based on department needs to cover patient care and other duties as assigned.
What You Will Do
Perform testing procedures: PSG, titration studies, MSLT, MWT, PAP Nap, HSAT and other sleep procedures; and provide effective care according to UH Sleep Center protocols.
Provide education and age appropriate care to patients and families through the entire age spectrum, including 0 through 18 years, adults, and geriatric populations.
Perform calibration procedure, identify and correct equipment malfunctions, perform lights out and lights on procedures to ensure an artifact-free recording.
Perform appropriate scoring of both adult and pediatric sleep studies.
Collaborate with Sleep Center staff, and members of other disciplines to ensure a strong team and contribute to the achievement of the operational goals of the assigned area.
Takes responsibility for adherence to professional standards, self-development, and participation in quality improvement activities.
Uses PPE and cleans and disinfects equipment per hospital and department policy.
Additional Responsibilities
Attend department meetings and in-services.
Complete monthly inter-scorer reliability tests.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Associate's Degree 2-4 year degree program (Preferred)
Work Experience
1+ years healthcare/ direct patient care. (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of scope of practice and thorough understanding of the basics of patient monitoring and care delivery. (Required proficiency)
Good interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies; has a command of the sleep-induced changes in the physiology of various body systems; has a working knowledge of the physiological and behavioral aberrations associated with sleep/arousal pathology and be capable of rapid interpretation of various tracings as to be able to intervene during a study. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must obtain registry by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT) (Required within 1 Year) or
equivalent such as RRT-SDS (Required within 1 Year)
Physical Demands
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
50% up to 50% travel based on assignment
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Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist Lake West Medical Center - ( 25000CFL )
A Brief Overview Non-Registered Polysomnography Technologist performs in-lab sleep testing, Home Sleep Apnea Testing (HSAT), patient care and education and works under the general supervision of a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist, the Supervisor and Medical Directors to provide comprehensive testing for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. The Technologist may need to travel to various sleep lab locations based on department needs to cover patient care and other duties as assigned.
What You Will Do
Perform testing procedures: PSG, titration studies, MSLT, MWT, PAP Nap, HSAT and other sleep procedures; and provide effective care according to UH Sleep Center protocols.
Provide education and age appropriate care to patients and families through the entire age spectrum, including 0 through 18 years, adults, and geriatric populations.
Perform calibration procedure, identify and correct equipment malfunctions, perform lights out and lights on procedures to ensure an artifact-free recording.
Perform appropriate scoring of both adult and pediatric sleep studies.
Collaborate with Sleep Center staff, and members of other disciplines to ensure a strong team and contribute to the achievement of the operational goals of the assigned area.
Takes responsibility for adherence to professional standards, self-development, and participation in quality improvement activities.
Uses PPE and cleans and disinfects equipment per hospital and department policy.
Additional Responsibilities
Attend department meetings and in-services.
Complete monthly inter-scorer reliability tests.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Associate's Degree 2-4 year degree program (Preferred)
Work Experience
1+ years healthcare/ direct patient care. (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of scope of practice and thorough understanding of the basics of patient monitoring and care delivery. (Required proficiency)
Good interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies; has a command of the sleep-induced changes in the physiology of various body systems; has a working knowledge of the physiological and behavioral aberrations associated with sleep/arousal pathology and be capable of rapid interpretation of various tracings as to be able to intervene during a study. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must obtain registry by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT) (Required within 1 Year) or
equivalent such as RRT-SDS (Required within 1 Year)
Physical Demands
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
50% up to 50% travel based on assignment
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