Houston Methodist
Fulltime - Nights
At Houston Methodist, the Sr Polysomnographic Technologist position is an experienced and fully competent Polysomnographic Technologist who works under the general supervision of the clinical/medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This position performs advanced duties including scoring of sleep studies and preparation of preliminary reports for physician interpretation, completing the process for the final report once signed off by the physician. The Sr Polysomnographic Technologist conducts sleep studies, including advanced and complex procedures, performing polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services and participates in quality improvement initiatives, developing and teaching in‑services/programs for others, serves as a mentor and resource to Polysomnographic Technologists and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and achieve optimum performance levels. The position works independently exercising sound judgement and executing above‑average clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care situations, delivering exceptional patient care and adhering to standards and guidelines established by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
FLSA STATUS Non‑exempt
EDUCATION
Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE
Three years of experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist in a Sleep Disorders laboratory/center.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association.
Must have one of the following certifications: RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) or RRT‑SDS – Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorder Specialty (NBRC).
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a customer‑service focus with positive language principles.
Competent computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems including the Hospital / Sleep Study Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging procedures and patient care situations.
Demonstrates sound judgement and executes above‑average clinical skills.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving and excellent time‑management skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that helps one another achieve optimal department results. Contributes toward improvement of department scores for employee engagement.
Guides and mentors other Polysomnographic Technologists and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Teaches, orients and precepts new technologists and offers guidance to the interprofessional health care team when appropriate.
Facilitates open, professional communication (verbal, nonverbal, written) to achieve mutual understanding and role‑model by example.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Primary performer of all procedures related to sleep studies including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, pulmonary artery pressure (PAP), oxygen titration, etc. Ensures data collection follows established protocols and policies.
Performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions; analyzes complex situations and takes appropriate action.
Educates patients in sleep study procedures, responds to questions, and ensures all paperwork and consent forms are completed.
Coordinates activities within the polysomnography department, assumes additional duties in the absence of a team lead or as assigned, and serves as a resource for equipment or software implementation.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality to ensure artifact‑free signals. Establishes and documents baseline values, observations, sleep stages, clinical events, position changes and other significant events.
Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance on all equipment per department guidelines. Evaluates equipment, reports malfunctions and consults with leadership on technical issues.
Scores sleep studies, including home sleep studies, according to guidelines established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Prepares preliminary reports and completes the final report process after physician sign‑off.
Assists with implementation and teaching of department‑based safety initiatives, reports near misses and logs errors in Patient Safety Net, and identifies trends and opportunities for process improvement.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately documents all patient care and polysomnography‑related activities in the appropriate documentation system and enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Evaluates and reports on inventory levels, uses resources efficiently, and prioritizes daily tasks to optimize efficiency.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement for department projects and shared governance activities.
Participates in department committees or subcommittees and facilitates accomplishment of committee goals.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies, focusing on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, and updates My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of the selection below.
On Call: No
TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full‑service, acute‑care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health‑care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York‑Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.
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At Houston Methodist, the Sr Polysomnographic Technologist position is an experienced and fully competent Polysomnographic Technologist who works under the general supervision of the clinical/medical director or designee to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. This position performs advanced duties including scoring of sleep studies and preparation of preliminary reports for physician interpretation, completing the process for the final report once signed off by the physician. The Sr Polysomnographic Technologist conducts sleep studies, including advanced and complex procedures, performing polysomnography, diagnostic and therapeutic services and participates in quality improvement initiatives, developing and teaching in‑services/programs for others, serves as a mentor and resource to Polysomnographic Technologists and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and achieve optimum performance levels. The position works independently exercising sound judgement and executing above‑average clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care situations, delivering exceptional patient care and adhering to standards and guidelines established by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and Houston Methodist to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
FLSA STATUS Non‑exempt
EDUCATION
Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE
Three years of experience as a Polysomnographic Technologist in a Sleep Disorders laboratory/center.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required
BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association.
Must have one of the following certifications: RPSGT – Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (BRPT) or RRT‑SDS – Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorder Specialty (NBRC).
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a customer‑service focus with positive language principles.
Competent computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems including the Hospital / Sleep Study Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging procedures and patient care situations.
Demonstrates sound judgement and executes above‑average clinical skills.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision, including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving and excellent time‑management skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that helps one another achieve optimal department results. Contributes toward improvement of department scores for employee engagement.
Guides and mentors other Polysomnographic Technologists and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Teaches, orients and precepts new technologists and offers guidance to the interprofessional health care team when appropriate.
Facilitates open, professional communication (verbal, nonverbal, written) to achieve mutual understanding and role‑model by example.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Primary performer of all procedures related to sleep studies including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, MSLT, MWT, parasomnia studies, pulmonary artery pressure (PAP), oxygen titration, etc. Ensures data collection follows established protocols and policies.
Performs difficult and unusual procedures and therapeutic interventions; analyzes complex situations and takes appropriate action.
Educates patients in sleep study procedures, responds to questions, and ensures all paperwork and consent forms are completed.
Coordinates activities within the polysomnography department, assumes additional duties in the absence of a team lead or as assigned, and serves as a resource for equipment or software implementation.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs polysomnographic data acquisition while monitoring study‑tracing quality to ensure artifact‑free signals. Establishes and documents baseline values, observations, sleep stages, clinical events, position changes and other significant events.
Troubleshoots, calibrates and performs preventive maintenance on all equipment per department guidelines. Evaluates equipment, reports malfunctions and consults with leadership on technical issues.
Scores sleep studies, including home sleep studies, according to guidelines established by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Prepares preliminary reports and completes the final report process after physician sign‑off.
Assists with implementation and teaching of department‑based safety initiatives, reports near misses and logs errors in Patient Safety Net, and identifies trends and opportunities for process improvement.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accurately documents all patient care and polysomnography‑related activities in the appropriate documentation system and enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Evaluates and reports on inventory levels, uses resources efficiently, and prioritizes daily tasks to optimize efficiency.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement for department projects and shared governance activities.
Participates in department committees or subcommittees and facilitates accomplishment of committee goals.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies, focusing on continual development as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, and updates My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events, etc.) regardless of the selection below.
On Call: No
TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full‑service, acute‑care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health‑care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York‑Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.
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